January 7, 2025
Legarda calls on Filipinos to cut back on single-use plastics
In observance of National Zero Waste Month, Senator Loren Legarda reiterated her call for Filipinos to lean into recyclable materials and contribute to a more sustainable waste management cycle.
“The Philippines has been tagged as one of the top ocean polluters worldwide, primarily due to our dependence on single-use plastics,” said the senator who authored and principally sponsored the Republic Act (RA) 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act.
“It is time […]
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January 6, 2025
In a heartfelt address at the Fourth Installation of Reverend Father Leon T. Estrella as the new Bishop of Antique, Senator Loren Legarda reaffirmed her deep connection to her hometown and the Iglesia Filipina Independiente (IFI). Speaking at the historic St. Jude Cathedral in Sibalom, the Senator expressed her support for the church’s mission to promote faith, unity, and social justice.
“As a daughter of Antique, I am deeply humbled by the grace of this moment. Today, I join you in […]
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January 4, 2025
Legarda urges strict and transparent implementation of PhilHealth’s increased case rates
Senator Loren Legarda has called for the strict and transparent implementation of recent increases in the benefit package provided by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to its members. These increases cover several medical services, including treatments for ischemic heart disease (coronary heart disease), emergency outpatient services, kidney transplants, and adjustments to 50% of select case rates. While the senator welcomes these reforms, she expressed concern over PhilHealth’s inconsistent execution.
“Although […]
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January 3, 2025
Legarda pushes for action on Triple Planetary Crisis as 2025 begins
PASAY CITY – Senator Loren Legarda calls for concerted and decisive action to tackle the mounting environmental crises facing the Philippines as the new year begins. As part of her 2025 agenda, Legarda reaffirms her long-standing commitment to addressing the Triple Planetary Crisis (TPC), a term encompassing the interconnected environmental challenges of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss.
According to Legarda, these crises are deeply interwoven, with each issue worsening the […]
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January 2, 2025
Legarda urges strict enforcement of Clean Air Act amid alarming air quality in Metro Manila
Senator Loren Legarda called on authorities to strictly implement the Clean Air Act after Metro Manila’s air quality reportedly reached “very unhealthy” levels following New Year’s Day celebrations.
“Excessive fireworks celebrations across Metro Manila pose lots of risks, not only the safety of external body parts, but also to the lungs and nose because of the excessive amount of smoke released by burning gunpowder,” Legarda said.
“The Clean […]
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