RTWPB-VIII – National Wages and Productivity Commission

RTWPB-VIII participates at DOLE–AMP Project Proposal and Financial Plan Development

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on February 10, 2026. Posted in RTWPB-VIII.

The RTWPB-VIII participated in the two-day DOLE–Adjustment Measures Program (AMP) Project Proposal and Financial Plan Development on Febrary 5 to 6, 2026 in Tacloban City. Technical insights and constructive recommendations from the RTWPB-VIII targeted to ensure the alignment and financial viability of AMP proponents’ project concepts with their objectives. RTWPB-VII Board Secretary Reynaldo Soliveres and Information Technology Officer Joben S. Sabay served as panelists during the program. They reviewed and provided valuable feedback on the proposed project proposals, and work and financial...

Capacity building program strengthens DOLE–AMP beneficiaries in Eastern Visayas

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on February 10, 2026. Posted in RTWPB-VIII.

Tacloban City — The RTWPB-VII, in partnership with the DOLE Region 8, conducted a capacity building program for the first two batches of the DOLE–Adjustment Measures Program (DOLE-AMP) beneficiaries on February 03, 2026. The training focused on Lean Management Systems and Productivity Enhancement for Business Operations, providing participants with practical knowledge and tools to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational waste. Beneficiaries gained valuable insights on how lean principles can improve their productivity and competitiveness. The activity aimed to strengthen...

EV Wage Hike Effective December 8

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on November 26, 2025. Posted in RTWPB-VIII.

Minimum wage workers and domestic workers (kasambahays) in Eastern Visayas will receive new a wage increase effective December 8, 2025. Following the publication of the wage orders on November 22, 2025, the new rates will take effect through Wage Order No. RBVIII-25 for private sector workers, and Wage Order No. RBVIII-DW-06 for kasambahays. Wage Order No. RBVIII-25, issued by the RTPWB-VIII on November 10, 2025, grants a P35 daily minimum wage increase for workers in the private sector. The wage increase shall be implemented in two tranches: P17 effective December 8, 2025, and P18 for the second...

RTWPB-VIII holds public hearing on minimum wage

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on November 26, 2025. Posted in RTWPB-VIII.

The RTWPB-VIII conducted a public hearing for minimum wage determination on October 27, 2025 in Tacloban City. More than a hundred participants from the labor, management, and domestic workers (kasambahay) sectors attended. DOLE VIII Regional Director and RTWPB Chairman Atty. Dax B. Villaruel, in his preliminary statement, noted that the Board is reviewing prevailing minimum wage rates motu proprio. He explained that the purpose of the hearing is to gather testimonies that will help the Board determine whether a wage adjustment is necessary. The Board earlier conducted sectoral consultations...

RTWPB-VIII’s Productivity Olympics regional winners and Productivity Toolbox beneficiaries join the 3rd batch of Digital Transformation Development Program for MSMEs

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 17, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-VIII.

The RTWPB-VIII’s Productivity Olympics regional winners and Productivity Toolbox beneficiaries participated in the 3rd Batch of the Digital Transformation Development Program for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) held at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) in Makati City from September 29 to October 3, 2025. Representing Eastern Visayas, present were Weaves and Bows Bags and Accessories Shop, Bibar’s Farm, Baybay Dairy Cooperative, Alto Peak Agriventures Corporation, Mary’s Abuyog Spesyal Tsokoleyt Moron, atbp., and Bontoc Multipurpose Cooperative. These enterprises were recognized...

Sectoral consultations on minimum wage determination for industry workers and kasambahay conducted in Eastern Visayas

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 7, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-VIII.

RTWPB-VIII successfully conducted a series of sectoral consultations with representatives from management, labor, and the kasambahay sector in August and September. These activities served as an avenue for stakeholders to present their positions, raise concerns, and put forward recommendations relative to the determination of minimum wages for industry workers and kasambahay. The consultations were held on the following dates and venues: August 27, 2025 (8:00 a.m.) – Sabin Resort Hotel, Ormoc City September 03, 2025 (8:00 a.m.) – Maasin Country Lodge and Restaurant, Maasin City September 17,...