In a move meant to better protect domestic workers, the Philippine Congress passed a law known as the “Domestic Workers Act” or “Batas Kasambahay”. On 18 January 2013, President Benigno Aquino III signed Republic Act No. 10361 (full text), instituting policies for the protection and welfare of domestic helpers. Considering that it equally affects the domestic helpers and the employers, let’s get to know what’s provided in this law. Continue reading
Category Archives: Politics & Society
What You Need to Know about the Domestic Workers Act or Batas Kasambahay
Filed under HR & Labor, Politics & Society
10 Rules to Observe in Checkpoints
The recent shootout or rub-out (depending on the result of the ongoing investigation) in Atimonan, Quezon, brings the focus back to the safety and rights of citizens when flagged by police authorities in checkpoints. All 13 passengers (including police and military officers) of the 2 vehicles died during the shooting incident that happened at the checkpoint. Now that the election period is about to start, more checkpoints will definitely sprout all over the country. Continue reading
Filed under Criminal Law, On the Road, Politics & Society
Why Punish Responsible Owners of Guns?
Let’s start with the figures. In contrast to the 1:500 ratio (1 police officer to every 500 Filipinos) desired by the government, the current ratio is 1:662 nationwide. Of course, that’s not evenly distributed, with the ratio spiking to 1:1,224 in Calabarzon. The Philippine National Police (PNP) is the first to admit that it is undermanned. Continue reading
Filed under Criminal Law, Politics & Society
Defining a Political Dynasty
Political dynasties are prohibited. No less than the Constitution (Article 2, Section 26) provides that: “The State shall guarantee equal access to public service and prohibit political dynasty as may be defined by law.” This provision, while explicitly prohibiting political dynasties, also requires an enabling law. Continue reading
Filed under Politics & Society
Legalize Prostitution in the Philippines
Legalize prostitution in the Philippines! Saying that in the halls of Congress, and you have to sponsor a bill to amend existing laws related to the legal prohibition of prostitution, is like placing a huge x mark on your forehead. It’ s like political suicide, with a worse backlash suffered by the proponents of the RH Bill from certain religious communities. Continue reading
Filed under Criminal Law, Politics & Society
[Full Text] 2012 State of the Nation Address (SONA) of Pres. Benigno S. Aquino
State of the Nation Address
of
His Excellency Benigno S. Aquino III
President of the Philippines
To the Congress of the Philippines
[Full text of the third SONA delivered by President Noynoy Aquino on on July 23, 2012 at the Session Hall of the House of Representatives, Batasan Pambansa Complex, Quezon City. Your feedback and reaction at the comment section below. Thanks.] Continue reading
Filed under Politics & Society
Revised Rules on the Suspension of Classes and Government Work (per Executive Order 66)
The onset of the rainy season brought with it an avalanche of complaints from students and parents arising from the late suspension of classes. By the time announcements are made made due to flooding of streets in and around Metro Manila, students are already in their respective schools. They have to wade through flooded streets not only once, but twice. Continue reading
Filed under Office and Work, Politics & Society
“New Way Gangs Steal, Rape and Kidnap Girls” – Perpetuating a Hoax (So what?)
There’s a message, purportedly coming from the Philippine National Police (PNP), warning everyone about a new modus operandi of lawless elements to rape/kidnap girls and steal. I’ve seen it going around social networking sites, primarily facebook. It reads: Continue reading
Filed under Criminal Law, On the Road, Politics & Society
Bloody Paranaque demolition, Lina Law and Anti-Squatting Law
We’ve heard the Lina Law mentioned in the same breath as the bloody demolition in Parañaque City. One is confirmed dead and many injured as residents assault the incoming police column spearheading the demolition in the Silverio Compound. Continue reading
Filed under Criminal Law, Legal Wiki, Politics & Society
Transgender Women in Beauty Pageants?
We’ve previously noted that Philippine laws do not recognize and protect same-sex marriage. It doesn’t matter which religion you belong. Unlike certain matters — divorce, for instance, which is allowed for the Muslim community — the legal non-recognition of same-sex marriage applies to all groups and religions. Continue reading
Filed under Family Law, Politics & Society
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