DOLE Urges Employers to Strengthen Workplace Safety Program The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is urging employers to strengthen the workplace safety program. The Labor Department has introduced a stronger push for workplace safety as the country continues to face various disruptive events ranging from natural disasters to unexpected emergencies. The agency is directing employers to put in place … Read more
Driver Gets Fired After Rescuing Flood Victims in Cebu A wing van driver who was fired after rescuing the flood victims in Cebu is set to received recognition from DOLE. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE Region 7) is set to give a recognition to the driver who lost his job after using his company vehicle to save … Read more
Bravery Rewarded: Cebu Governor, DOLE Come to the Rescue of Driver Who Saved Six Lives DOLE – Cebu driver who was dismissed after rescuing six flood victims is now being hailed as a hero, with DOLE preparing a special honor for his extraordinary bravery. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region 7 is preparing … Read more
BPO Workers Urge DOLE to Ensure Safety of Employees Amid Disasters A group of BPO workers is urging DOLE to take action and prioritize the safety of employees amid disasters. A group of employees from various business process outsourcing (BPO) companies has called on the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to take action and ensure the protection of workers’ … Read more
DOLE Reminds Employers on Pay Rules for Chinese New Year Work DOLE – The Department of Labor and Employment has issued a reminder to employers about the proper pay rules for Chinese New Year work. The Holiday Pay Policy is a set of rules that explains how workers should be paid on holidays, ensuring that … Read more
Here’s DOLE Guidelines on Holiday Pay Rules this December 2024 DOLE – The Department of Labor and Employment issued guidelines on the pay rules for the employees for the December holidays. The holidays are undeniably among the most awaited days in a year by many people. Truth be told that apart from being the opportunities … Read more
Leo Martinez Voices Concerns Over Eddie Garcia Bill LEO MARTINEZ – Veteran actor, comedian, and director Leo Martinez shared his thoughts on the Eddie Garcia bill. House Bill No. 7762 is named after the legendary actor-director Eddie Garcia, who fell into a coma and passed away after an accident during the taping of a GMA … Read more
Employers Shall Observe Pay Rules for April 9-10, 2024, DOLE Says DOUBLE PAY – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reminded employers to observe pay rules for April 9-10, 2024. DOLE issued Labor Advisory No. 05, series of 2024, stating that employees from the private sector who reported to work on April 9 (Araw … Read more
The Labor Department is urging the employers to release the 13th-month pay of their employees earlier. DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma asked business owner to release 13th-month pay sooner although employers are allowed to give it until December 24. The Employers Confederation of the Philippines Vice President George Barcelon believes that it would be be beneficial for the … Read more
Business Owners Urged by DOLE to Release 13th Month Pay of Employees Early The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) made a plea to business owners to release the 13th-month pay of their employees earlier. On Tuesday (November 8, 2023), Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma shared this request, emphasizing that an early payout would enable employees … Read more