DOLE Approves Minimum Wage Hike in Western Visayas, SOCCSKSARGEN
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has approved a minimum wage increase in Western Visayas and SOCCSKSARGEN. This will result in a daily pay raise of up to P45 for some workers and a monthly increase of up to P500 for domestic helpers, effective November 19.
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