DILG Secretary Jesse Robredo ordered the removal of the names of politicians, including his and that of the President, from government projects and billboards, including vehicles. [See Dismantling Traditional Politics page.]
Friday, August 13, 2010
VAT on SLEX Tool Fee, Arroyo Law
Malacañang affirmed that the bases for their enforcement of VAT on SLEX Tool Fee came from two Revenue Memorandum Circulars seeking the imposition of consumption tax, passed and signed by former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. These laws however did not see implementation in the previous administration for political expediency, in order not to worsen her popularity among Filipinos. [See Executive Abuses page.]
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Smuggling Cases Filed Against Plum Blossom and Full Story
Customs Commissioner Alvarez filed smuggling cases against the board of directors of Plum Blossom and the proprietor of Full Story for the import of white rice claimed as mung beans. This is the second case the Bureau filed on smuggling after it filed in July 22 complaints against Gold Mind and Quick Flo proprietors. (Please check the Customs page.)
MCC Affirmation with $434 Million Grant
Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) CEO Daniel Yohannes confirmed that the MCC Board headed by State Secretary Hillary Clinton agreed to unlock the $434 million grant to help the Philippines fight poverty and corrption. (Please check the Worldwide Recognition page.)
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Midnight Appointments
EO 2 nullified at least 977 midnight appointments from the Arroyo presidency. Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Eduardo de Mesa said that Arroyo cannot be held liable because of presidential immunity at the time of making those appointments. (Check Executive Abuse page)
Monday, August 2, 2010
Two Tax Evasion Cases Filed
The BIR under Kim Jacinto-Henares has filed two cases of tax evasion against DSM Construction and Development Corporation and Villarica Pawnshop. (Visit Internal Revenue page for details.)
P17B in Excess Funds Taken Off DPWH
DPWH Secretary had P17B in excess funds from unnecessary projects returned to the Philippine coffers. (Visit Public Works & Highways page for details.)
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