Ombudsman requires courtesy resignation from 204 new hires and promoted employees

The Office of the Ombudsman requires newly hired personnel to submit a courtesy resignation as a demonstration of loyalty to the institution, not to any individual.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla issued Memorandum Circular 3 to 204 new hires and promoted employees under Salary Grade 25 to 29, appointed or promoted in the last three months of his predecessor Samuel Martires' tenure.

Clavano stated that the courtesy resignation is not an act of retaliation or revenge but a call to be loyal to the office.

Ombudsman Remulla observed an unusual uptick in appointments and promotions during the final months of Martires' term, prompting the circular.

While a sufficient number of employees have complied, some are actively gathering support to oppose the directive.

Remulla warned that those who refuse to submit their courtesy resignations may face consequences.