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Marcos announces salary increase for government employees
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. announced during his third State of the Nation Address (SONA) that government employees can expect salary adjustments and additional benefits like a medical allowance.
The salary increases will be implemented in four tranches, with funding already allocated starting this year and continuing into the coming years.
A new medical allowance will be provided as an additional benefit for government employees next year.
The administration has also extended the services of job order and contract of service personnel.
This extension aims to provide these personnel with opportunities to obtain civil service eligibility, gain relevant experience, and undergo training to improve their qualifications.
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