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Travel policies for local government officials to be reviewed
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla criticized the Manila Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation for flaunting their government-funded trip to Thailand on social media, calling their actions a display of "bad taste."
The trip involves 667 SK leaders from Manila attending trainings, seminars on HIV prevention, and cultural and tourism immersions in Bangkok, Thailand, funded by SK funds.
Each participant was allocated P33,900 for expenses and an additional P6,000 daily subsistence allowance, which the Manila SK Federation president confirmed is in line with government guidelines.
Following the issue, the DILG announced a review of policies regarding government-funded travels for local government officials, including the SK.
Remulla stated that the review aims to ensure all government-funded travel serves a legitimate and specific purpose, examining fund sources and required clearances.
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