DOLE suspends TUPAD program in Palawan due to anomalies
(File photo) MANILA - The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has suspended the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program in the 2nd district of Palawan following an anomalous scheme similar to what happened in the 2nd district of Quezon City. DOLE spokesperson Rolly Francia on Wednesday said Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III ordered the suspension of the emergency employment assistance program. "Secretary Bello ordered the suspension of the implementation of the TUPAD in Palawan, 2nd district. This is due to reports received by DOLE of similar...