Statement of the Commission on Human Rights calling for the protection of economic and social rights amid rising fuel costs
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses concern over rising fuel costs and their impact on the enjoyment of economic and social rights, particularly among vulnerable and marginalized sectors. Amid global economic and geopolitical uncertainties, these increases have cascading effects on the Philippine economy, driving up the prices of transportation, food, and other essential goods […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, welcoming the distribution of fuel subsidies to PUV drivers and operators
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the start of the distribution of PhP6,500 fuel subsidies under the Fuel Subsidy Program of the Department of Transportation. Over 377,000 qualified public utility vehicle or PUV drivers and operators who are operating jeepneys, UV express, taxis, tricycles, and other full-time ride-hailing and delivery services nationwide will receive […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, welcoming the release of P500-million fuel subsidy for farmers and fisherfolk
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the recent announcement of the Department of Agriculture (DA) to release ₱500 million this March to help farmers and fisherfolk stay afloat amid the rapid rise of oil prices brought upon by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The DA will sign a joint circular with the Department of […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, welcoming the approval of P1-billion fuel subsidy for public utility jeepney drivers
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the announcement of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) of the approved P1-billion fuel subsidy for public utility jeepney (PUJ) sector to aid their operating expenses amid the rising prices of fuel. To be disbursed under LTFRB’s Pantawid Pasada Program, the funds shall be distributed through […]