De Lima pushes for more benefits of barangay health workers during crisis
Senator Leila M. de Lima has sought for the immediate passage of a measure granting compensation and incentives to health workers who are at most risk during public health crisis, such as the outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) that so far killed 19 people and infected 307 others in the country. De Lima, who chairs […]
Peddling disinformation in times of COVID-19 crisis is ‘beyond evil’ – De Lima
Senator Leila M. de Lima has denounced the surge of fake news and hate speech directed against the opposition and other local officials who are actively working to help the public cope up with the impact of government-imposed enhanced community quarantine due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in the country. De Lima made the […]
De Lima urges gov’t to refrain from ‘insensitive’ remarks amid COVID-19 crisis
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has urged the government to refrain from making insensitive and arrogant remarks in the duration of the national public health crisis precipitated by the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country. De Lima said majority of the Filipino people expect assurance from the government as they struggle to adjust […]
Health force should be thoroughly equipped for worst-case coronavirus scenario – De Lima
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has called on the national government to fully equip health authorities and assist local officials to prepare for the worst-case scenario in the event that the coronavirus (COVID 19) infection spreads uncontrollably across the country. In her recent Dispatch from Crame 738, De Lima said that the first order […]
Filipino people can withstand challenges of COVID-19 pandemic – De Lima
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima remains hopeful that the Filipino people can withstand the challenges posed by the continuing threat of coronavirus (COVID-19) gripping many countries around the world, including the Philippines. De Lima, who chairs the Senate Committee on Social Justice, Welfare and Rural Development, said she has great faith in the indomitable […]
De Lima commends health workers, frontliners vs COVID-19 outbreak
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has commended the courage and heroic sacrifices of health workers and frontliners who are risking their lives and safety to combat and contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) across the country. De Lima, who chairs the Senate Committee on Social Justice, Welfare and Rural Development, said she salutes […]
As coronavirus cases rise, De Lima calls for reliable public utilities and services
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has appealed for the unhindered access of Filipinos to vital services and utilities as the country weathers through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that has paralyzed daily operations in Metro Manila. De Lima said the government should carefully balance the necessity, work, and health circumstances of the Filipino people with […]
De Lima condemns perjury charges vs human rights defenders
With the growing trend of the Duterte regime in misusing and abusing the law to silence its critics, Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has denounced the recent perjury cases filed against human rights defenders and political activists. De Lima made the statement following reports that 10 human rights activists were charged with perjury in […]
De Lima appeals for proactive, positive steps vs COVID-19 outbreak
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has called for more proactive and positive steps in ensuring that all Filipino families will be properly assisted in the face of national public health emergency brought about the coronavirus (or COVID-19) outbreak. De Lima, who chairs the Senate Committee on Social Justice, Welfare and Rural Development, said she […]
De Lima backs Senate’s move for SC to rule on terminating treaties
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has expressed support to the Senate’s move to formally ask the Supreme Court (SC) to rule on whether Mr. Duterte can unilaterally end treaties and international agreements without the Senate’s concurrence. De Lima said while the President is the chief architect of the country’s foreign policy, he shares it […]