DPWH suspends uniform policy amid probes and allegations

DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon has suspended the mandatory uniform policy for all agency employees until further notice, following a formal request from the DPWH employees' union.

The suspension aims to protect honest and hardworking employees from harassment and bullying in public transportation, as they have been mocked and called names due to recent controversies.

While uniforms are no longer required, all DPWH personnel must still wear appropriate and presentable attire in accordance with Civil Service Commission guidelines.

This decision comes amid a congressional probe into alleged anomalous flood control projects, which include accusations of corruption, overpriced contracts, and ghost projects.

Former DPWH engineer Brice Hernandez has implicated Senators Jinggoy Estrada and Joel Villanueva in the controversy.

The DPWH has been associated with allegations of luxury and excess, including officials allegedly flaunting luxury cars and expensive watches.