by anyajulia | Aug 27, 2009 | Headlines, National News
“Environmentalism has long been integrated in the public school curriculum,” says Department of Education Secretary Jesli A. Lapus.
DepEd wasn’t able to report the Supreme Court as to what the department has been doing to help clean up Manila Bay. This is the reason why a two-page compliance report will be submitted to the High Court, one day after the reprimand.
In the report to be submitted to the court, the DepEd said: “The study of environment has long been integrated in the curriculum and is basically taught in natural science.”
The report also noted that the DepEd had also worked with the DENR in holding annual summer camps since 2000 for students interested and active in environmental awareness and protection. (PIA)
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by anyajulia | Aug 27, 2009 | Headlines, National News
This coming September, the 109th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary will be celebrated. It will focus on recognizing public servants with exemplary performances directed to quality and productive services to the public.
With the theme, “Honoring our Heroes in REPUBLIC SERVICE — Responsive, Ethical Public Servants with Vision, Impact, Commitment and Excellence”, the celebration highlights the patriotism, integrity, excellence and sacrifices of our heroes in service to the public and republic. (PIA)
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by anyajulia | Aug 27, 2009 | Headlines, National News
The two reasons for the increase in the number of workers’ complaints brought to the attention of the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC) are : 1) Knowing their rights; and 2) the easy access to communication lines.
Also attributed in the increase of workers’ complaints to the global financial crisis, and the off-season period.
The NLRC is not partial to workers, but also listens to the side of the employers, although he said many cases filed at his office favored workers, due to merits found in the cases.
Employers often call to inquire about certain labor regulations. Illegal dismissal of workers is mostly the reason why many workers file complaints against their employers, according to the NLRC. (PIA)
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by anyajulia | Aug 27, 2009 | Headlines, National News
“The Climate Change Act of 2009 is only a few steps from passage,” Sen. Loren Legarda said.
Loren, chair of the Senate Standing and Oversight Committees on Climate Change, issued the statement after the Conference Committee Report on the Disagreeing Provisions of Senate Bill No. 2583 and House Bill No. 5982 was ratified by the Senate.
The Climate Change Act of 2009 aims to mainstream climate change into policy formulation, development planning, and poverty reduction programs.
The local government units shall be the frontline agencies in the formulation, planning and implementation of climate change action plans. (PIA)
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by anyajulia | Aug 27, 2009 | Headlines, National News
The conservation and management of fish stocks remains a top priority for industry leaders in the country’s “Tuna Capital”, even through the midst of the global financial crisis.
The theme of 11th National Tuna Congress is “Changing mindsets towards sustainable fisheries,” which will be held August 27-29 at the General Santos City Gymnasium.
The event will focus on measures to ensure the appropriate management of tuna resources, including expanding industry cooperation towards responsible fisheries, and new regulations governing illegal and unregulated fishing. (GEM/PIA)
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