P32.87B Cebu Funds Spark Budget Transparency Debate
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
Category : Budget Allocation
Davao OKs P187M Bonus for City Hall Workers
Davao City Council greenlights P187.3M supplemental budget for employee incentives. Learn about the SRI, gratuity pay, and the funding source.
Cebu 7th District Leads Region in P32.87B DPWH Allocation
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Cebu PB Cuts PIO, Sugbo News 2026 Budgets
Cebu's Provincial Board recommends major budget cuts for the PIO and Sugbo News, citing excessive overtime pay and insufficient public service justification. Details inside.
Senate Calls for Reforms Ahead of 2026 Budget
The Senate Economic Planning Office warns of tightening fiscal space and calls for structural reforms to protect the Philippines' long-term economic growth. Learn the key recommendations.
Davao OKs ₱187M Bonus for City Hall Personnel
Davao City Council greenlights ₱187.3M supplemental budget for year-end SRI and gratuity pay. Employees to receive up to ₱20,000 before New Year. Read the full details.
PH's P6.794T 2026 Budget: Will Funds Reach Barangays?
The Philippines' record P6.794 trillion 2026 national budget promises progress, but faces the old ghosts of underspending and inefficiency. Will it build trust? The people are watching.
Senate Cuts Worker Benefits, Boosts LGU Funds in 2026 Budget
The Senate version of the 2026 budget cuts P55B from personnel benefits to fund a P17.9B increase in discretionary LGU funds, sparking outcry from ACT Teachers Partylist. Calls grow to restore cuts and eliminate 'pork'. #Philippines #Budget2026
Gatchalian: P17.9B LGU Fund Not Pork Barrel
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian refutes claims of P17.9B pork barrel in the 2026 budget, stating LGU funds are vital investments. Read his full defense.
Marcos to Review P6.79T 2026 Budget Over Holidays
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will forgo his holiday break to conduct a thorough review of the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, aiming to sign it into law before the year ends.
DPWH 2026 budget cut, Dizon vows clean projects
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
CEAP: Budget Livestream a Step for Transparency, Reforms Needed
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines welcomes the first-ever livestream of bicameral budget talks as a transparency win. It urges lawmakers to build strong public institutions over political patronage. Read more.
Cebu Board to Cut P14M from CPAC 2026 Budget
The Cebu Provincial Board's budget committee recommends defunding the P14M 2026 allocation for CPAC, citing lack of formal office structure. Final vote set for December 22, 2025.
PhilHealth to Receive Record P113B Subsidy in 2026
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
DEPDev Holds Key RNIP Dialogue to Align Regional, National Budgets
The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development held its first RNIP Dialogue, institutionalizing regional input into the national budget. Learn how this reform aims for coherent, inclusive development.
Senate Approves Expanded ₱889M OVP Budget for 2026
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
Cebu City 2026 Budget Slashed to P13.3 Billion
Cebu City Council trims 2026 budget to P13.3B, citing unclear manpower requests and procurement plans. Essential services like police and health get boosts. Learn more.
Senate Approves 2026 OVP Budget: P889M
Philippines Senate approves P889.236 million budget for Office of the Vice President for 2026, a 20% increase from 2025. No confidential funds allocated. Read full details.
Senator Gatchalian doubts PHP100B budget insertion claims
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian challenges former Rep. Zaldy Co's PHP100-billion budget insertion allegations, citing inconsistencies with standard budget procedures and presidential practices.
Davao City Council Passes ₱15.8B 2026 Budget
Davao City Council approves ₱15.8 billion budget for 2026, a 10% increase from 2025. Learn how the funds will be allocated across key city departments and services.
Cebu Gets P7.58B from Secret Budget Insertions
Cebu province received P7.58 billion in secret budget insertions for 2025, with Dumanjug getting the largest share of P3.23 billion. Discover the full project breakdown.
P100B Budget Insertion Ordered by Marcos - Co
Former Rep. Elizaldy Co claims President Marcos Jr. directly ordered P100B project insertions in 2025 budget, challenging budget integrity. Malacañang denies allegations.
Cebu Receives P7.58B in Secret Budget Insertions
Cebu emerges as top recipient in alleged P100B secret budget insertions with P7.58B for road networks and tourism corridors. Explore the breakdown and implications.
Cebu Flood Funds Mystery: Millions Unaccounted For
Investigators demand answers as millions allocated for Cebu flood prevention remain unaccounted for, leaving residents vulnerable to recurring disasters.
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