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As tax base shrinks during pandemic, proposed law seeks to cut revenue sources
The Duterte government is pushing for a bill cutting the corporate income tax in exchange for strict limits to tax perks enjoyed by investors. Economists however warn against…
By Robert Ja Basilio Jr·October 30, 2020
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Duterte’s SALNs secret; PCIJ makes public wealth disclosures of all presidents since Cory
With the Office of the Ombudsman’s latest memorandum circular, SALN access is now restricted across all branches of government.
By Karol Ilagan·October 18, 2020
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What’s in a SALN anyway?
By law, SALNs must contain detailed information on an official’s real and personal properties, loans and other liabilities, and net worth as well as business interests, financial…
By Karol Ilagan·October 18, 2020
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Laws governing wealth disclosure
Contrary to laws, public access to the SALNs has been problematic, with custodians issuing directives that either go beyond reasonable requirements or plainly restrict access.
By Karol Ilagan·October 18, 2020
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A citizen’s guide to where and how to get a SALN
By law, actual copies of SALNs should be open for public inspection at reasonable hours or available for copying after 10 working days from the time they are filed.
By Karol Ilagan·October 18, 2020
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Lockdown learning: Making education accessible despite the pandemic
This five-episode podcast was produced by UrbanisMO.PH and Young Public Servants with support from Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Philippines, International Center for Innovation…
By Aaron Mallari·October 13, 2020
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Lifeline needed: Small businesses struggle amid lockdowns
This five-episode podcast was produced by UrbanisMO.PH and Young Public Servants with support from Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Philippines, International Center for Innovation…
By Aaron Mallari·October 13, 2020
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Covid-19 in the Bangsamoro (Part 2 of 2)
This five-episode podcast was produced by UrbanisMO.PH and Young Public Servants with support from Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Philippines, International Center for Innovation…
By Aaron Mallari With Ica Fernandez·October 13, 2020
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Covid-19 in the Bangsamoro (Part 1 of 2)
This five-episode podcast was produced by UrbanisMO.PH and Young Public Servants with support from Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Philippines, International Center for Innovation…
By Aaron Mallari With Ica Fernandez·October 13, 2020
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The Covid-19 response: Are the elderly and disabled being left behind?
This five-episode podcast was produced by UrbanisMO.PH and Young Public Servants with support from Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Philippines, International Center for Innovation…
By Aaron Mallari·October 13, 2020
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Helping the vulnerable and invisible during the pandemic
The Philippines is still struggling to contain the coronavirus outbreak and its wide-ranging effects six months after the onset of the pandemic. The country now has the highest…
By Adminnewspack·October 13, 2020
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Milk Code confusion cripples LGUs response for infants
The indiscriminate distribution and use of breastmilk substitutes, especially during emergencies, can change feeding practices and put babies at greater risk of illness.
By Angelica Carballo Pago·October 9, 2020
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Promotion, protection of breastfeeding practices reap rewards
Exclusive breastfeeding among infants 0 to 5.9 months has nearly doubled, from 30 percent in 2003 to 58 percent in 2019.
By Angelica Carballo Pago·October 9, 2020
