Major tollways should ensure swift passage of vehicles amid possible exodus
Senator Win Gatchalian called on the management of major tollways in the country to ensure the swift passage of vehicles amid an expected traffic build-up on January 2 before regular work and classes resume the next day. The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has earlier made pronouncements on the expected influx of vehicles from […]
Ban sale, distribution, use of firecrackers, pyrotechnics
Even with the issuance of Executive Order (EO) No. 28 and the Philippine National Police’s operational guidelines on regulating the use and control of firecrackers and other pyrotechnic devices, Senator Win Gatchalian took note that there were still reports of new year firework-related Injuries during the 2021-2022 yuletide season. Although the Department of Health […]
Beware of GCash scam ahead of SIM registration rollout
Senator Win Gatchalian cautioned subscriber identification module (SIM) users, such as mobile phone and laptop consumers, against a recently discovered GCash scam ahead of the start of SIM registration on December 27. Gatchalian cited a fraudulent email apparently coming from GCash Promotions advising recipients that their transactions have been restricted and to reinstate the […]
Create national traffic enforcement and management center
Senator Win Gatchalian is seeking the establishment of a national traffic enforcement and management center for an efficient traffic enforcement and road safety policy. “Mahalaga na meron tayong maayos na sistema ng traffic management sa bansa para sa kaligtasan ng mga motorista at pasahero at maayos na daloy ng trapiko sa mga kalsada lalo […]
BOC urged to ramp up modernization program
Senator Win Gatchalian urged the Bureau of Customs (BOC) to ramp up its modernization program, achieve full digitalization, and invest in technology such as x-ray machines, to arrest incidents of smuggling, including technical smuggling, rid the agency of corrupt employees, and further improve revenue collection. Gatchalian, who serves as Senate Ways and Means Committee […]
Assess BOC modernization program amid smuggling issues
Senator Win Gatchalian wants to assess the modernization program of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) amid the influx of smuggled products into the country. The Senate Ways and Means Committee Chairperson is leading tomorrow, December 12, an ocular inspection and walk-through of the modernization program of the agency in Port Area, Manila along with […]
Mandatory insurance coverage for construction workers
Senator Win Gatchalian wants construction workers to be provided with mandatory insurance coverage by their employers because of the hazardous work environment they work in. Gatchalian filed Senate Bill 821, or the Construction Workers Insurance Act, which seeks to require employers of construction workers to provide mandatory group personal accident insurance coverage to guarantee […]
Warning to text scammers: Your days are numbered
Senator Win Gatchalian warned unscrupulous individuals and groups sending text scams and phishing messages that their days are numbered as the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Registration Law is being fast-tracked for its immediate implementation. “We have noticed that scam and phishing messages continue to proliferate even after […]
World Children’s Day message: Sustain crackdown vs. online sexual abuse of children
Amid the global celebration of World Children’s Day today, November 20, Senator Win Gatchalian is urging the government to sustain the momentum of its crackdown on online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC). Considering the passage of two relevant laws, Gatchalian said that the government is now better equipped to combat OSAEC as […]
