Dole Launches 24/7 Hotline Amid El Niño Preparations
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Dole Launches 24/7 Hotline Amid El Niño Preparations

The Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) has launched a 24/7 hotline, dubbed "15/30," to receive reports on workplace concerns and labor violations. This initiative aims to facilitate prompt communication and response amidst preparations for the anticipated El Niño phenomenon.

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