The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) opened 2026 with a full month of inspections, policy actions, and international engagements to strengthen labor protection and boost the Philippines’ role in the global workforce. DOLE Undersecretary Benedicto Ernesto R. Bitonio Jr., speaking for...
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) recovered more than ₱2.45 billion in wages and benefits for over 835,000 workers in 2025 through its expanded advisory-led inspection program nationwide. Under the Labor Inspection Program, DOLE inspected 33,007 establishments covering about 3.7...
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is intensifying labor inspections this December to safeguard workers and ensure compliance in establishments with increased holiday activity. DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said the inspections will focus on complaints, post-disaster safety checks,...