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DILG Considers Extending Calabarzon Top Cop's Tenure
PoliticsRappler23h ago

DILG Considers Extending Calabarzon Top Cop's Tenure

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is considering a request to extend the tenure of a retiring Calabarzon top cop for another year, citing the need for continuity in critical high-impact operations.

Iloilo City Mayor Faces 'Anti-Epal' Complaint
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Iloilo City Mayor Faces 'Anti-Epal' Complaint

Iloilo City Mayor Raisa Treñas-Chu is facing a complaint with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for allegedly violating the department’s ‘anti-epal’ policy regarding a livelihood program.

DILG Urges LGUs to Expedite Renewable Energy Project Approvals
Businessinquirer1mo ago

DILG Urges LGUs to Expedite Renewable Energy Project Approvals

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in the Philippines has called on local government units (LGUs) to accelerate the approval processes for renewable energy projects nationwide. This initiative aims to boost the country's renewable energy sector.

DILG Urges LGUs Not to Impede Fuel Deliveries
Politicsinquirer2mo ago

DILG Urges LGUs Not to Impede Fuel Deliveries

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in the Philippines has called on local government units (LGUs) to ensure unimpeded fuel deliveries in their areas of responsibility. The directive cites an Executive Order.

NCRPO Chief Urges Compassion in 'Safer Cities' Drive
Politicsinquirer2mo ago

NCRPO Chief Urges Compassion in 'Safer Cities' Drive

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Director Maj. Gen. Anthony Aberin called on law enforcers in Manila to exercise 'compassion and common sense' while implementing the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s 'Safer Cities' initiative.

Philippine BJMP Procures P46.1M Fresh Food for Inmates
Politicsinquirer3mo ago

Philippine BJMP Procures P46.1M Fresh Food for Inmates

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in the Philippines has procured P46.1 million worth of fresh, locally grown produce directly from farmers to feed inmates, as reported by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

DILG to replace BFP chief amid corruption complaints
Politicsinquirer4mo ago

DILG to replace BFP chief amid corruption complaints

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced that an order to replace Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) chief Director Jesus Fernandez will be issued soon, following weeks of corruption complaints.

DILG Says No Reason to Charge Ateneo Student-Athletes in Drowning Probe
Worldinquirer6d ago

DILG Says No Reason to Charge Ateneo Student-Athletes in Drowning Probe

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) stated there is no reason to charge Ateneo student-athletes in connection with recent drownings, but a DOJ probe will determine if Ateneo is liable. The investigation continues with more Ateneo personalities appearing before the NBI.

DILG-NYC Launches Cyber Shield Program for Filipino Youth
Politicsinquirer2mo ago

DILG-NYC Launches Cyber Shield Program for Filipino Youth

The Department of the Interior and Local Government–National Youth Commission (DILG-NYC) in the Philippines has launched a nationwide cyber shield training program. The initiative aims to equip Filipino youth with digital literacy skills to combat misinformation and online scams.

Protecting Rights Amidst Philippines' 'Safer Metro Manila Plan'
PoliticsRappler2mo ago

Protecting Rights Amidst Philippines' 'Safer Metro Manila Plan'

Law experts and jurisprudence advise on how individuals can protect their rights amidst the Department of the Interior and Local Government's (DILG) 'Safer Metro Manila Plan,' emphasizing that arrests should not occur for fine-only violations or curfew breaches by minors.

DILG to File Corruption Charges Against 45 BFP Officials
Worldinquirer3mo ago

DILG to File Corruption Charges Against 45 BFP Officials

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced it will file administrative and criminal charges against 45 current and former officials of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) over alleged irregularities in firetruck deals.

DILG eyes using drones to patrol coastal waters vs drug trade
Politicsinquirer3mo ago

DILG eyes using drones to patrol coastal waters vs drug trade

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) will be procuring drones to help patrol the country’s waters in a bid to curb the illegal drug trade. “I think the best approach here is we have to go to higher technology to eliminate the problem,” DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla

Pampanga mayor suspended over Pogo case; daughter takes over
Politicsinquirer3mo ago

Pampanga mayor suspended over Pogo case; daughter takes over

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga— Vice Mayor Jen Capil began serving as mayor of Porac, Pampanga, on Monday, after her father, Jaime “Jing” Capil, was suspended for 90 days due to graft related to operating a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (Pogo) in the municipality. Myra Soriano, provincial director of the Department of the Interior and

Remulla: Order to replace BFP chief out soon
Politicsinquirer4mo ago

Remulla: Order to replace BFP chief out soon

MANILA, Philippines — An order to replace Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Director Jesus Fernandez will be issued soon, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said on Tuesday. The head of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), which oversees the BFP, previously confirmed that he recommended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. remove Fernandez over alleged

Curlee Discaya Transfer to PNP Confirmed by Officials
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Curlee Discaya Transfer to PNP Confirmed by Officials

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian confirmed coordination for the transfer of Curlee Discaya to the Philippine National Police (PNP). Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla stated that Discaya would be turned over to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on June 8.

CitizenWatch Urges DILG to Streamline Telco Permit Rules
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

CitizenWatch Urges DILG to Streamline Telco Permit Rules

A consumer advocacy group, CitizenWatch, is calling on the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to streamline permit processes for telecommunications infrastructure to accelerate rollout, especially in underserved communities.

DILG Chief Defends Appointment of Former Iloilo Mayor Mabilog
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

DILG Chief Defends Appointment of Former Iloilo Mayor Mabilog

Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that the appointment of former Iloilo mayor Jed Mabilog as a new undersecretary is about "reform, not revenge." This comes amidst questions regarding the controversial appointment.

Philippine Palace Defends Safer Cities Initiative
Worldinquirer2mo ago

Philippine Palace Defends Safer Cities Initiative

Malacañang dismissed criticisms that the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) Safer Cities Initiative is anti-poor, stating that discipline should not be labeled as discrimination.

DILG charges BFP chief over P14-M ‘kickbacks’
Politicsinquirer4mo ago

DILG charges BFP chief over P14-M ‘kickbacks’

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has filed a criminal complaint against Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) chief Jesus Fernandez for allegedly receiving P14.7 million in kickbacks from the “systematic manipulation” of the bureau’s bidding process. The alleged anomaly stemmed from the bidding for the supply of 132 ambulances