DOLE approves wage hikes in Western Visayas and Soccsksargen
All outlets reported that the Department of Labor and Employment, through the National Wages and Productivity Commission, approved new wage orders raising minimum wages in Western Visayas and Soccsksargen, set to take effect around Nov. 19, 2026.
Drafted with AI from these 4 reports, checked and approved by a Parley editor. Approved 4 Nov, 10:44 AM.
What each outlet reported
Daily Tribune reported that workers in Western Visayas and Soccsksargen will receive higher minimum wages starting Nov. 19, 2026, following new wage order approvals.
Read Daily Tribune's report →Inquirer reported that minimum wage earners in Western Visayas and Soccsksargen will receive higher pay starting Nov. 19, following approval of new wage orders granting increases of up to P45 a day.
Read Inquirer's report →Philstar reported that Soccsksargen minimum wage earners will receive a P41 increase in their daily pay after the National Wages and Productivity Commission approved their wage hike petition.
Read Philstar's report →The Manila Times reported that DOLE affirmed new wage rates for workers in Region 6 (Western Visayas) and Negros Occidental through the National Wages and Productivity Commission.
Read The Manila Times's report →