Local election campaign period begins with spending limits and poster size regulations

The formal campaign period for local elective aspirants in the Philippines' 2025 midterm elections began on March 28.

Candidates are now required to follow specific guidelines such as adhering to spending limits and poster size regulations, which they were not bound by during their unofficial campaigning.

Many candidates hit the ground running, going door-to-door and using motorcades to cover more ground in their bid to secure votes.

With over 18,000 local positions up for grabs, intensified efforts from politicians will continue as they navigate divided public opinion amid national political dramas like Rodrigo Duterte's arrest and Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.

Despite the political climate, a recent SWS survey indicates that most Filipinos prioritize issues such as agriculture development, healthcare improvement, job creation, education access, and workers' rights when choosing their representatives.