MANILA – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) – National Capital Region (NCR) is set to hold a public hearing for domestic workers later this month.
The meeting will tackle the proposed minimum wage adjustment for “kasambahays” in Metro Manila.
In a public notice on Thursday, the NCR wage board said the meeting would be held at the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC) Building in Pasay City on Nov. 25
At the same time, the RTWPB-NCR urged stakeholders to participate in the discussions to be able to share their positions on the proposal.
“We invite the public to participate in the public hearing on the proposed minimum wage adjustment for domestic workers in NCR. Your input is valuable,” the NCR wage board added.
Those who will not be able to attend the one-day event may submit their respective position papers from Nov. 8 to 21.
“They may submit position papers at the 2nd Floor, DY International Building, San Marcelino corner General Malvar Streets, Malate, Manila; or through email address at wage_ncr@yahoo.com.ph,” it said.
The last wage order for domestic workers in the NCR took effect on Jan. 3, 2024, setting their minimum monthly wage at PHP6,500. (PNA)
