Senate shoots down additional minimum wage increase
by NL Times
NL Times— As expected, a majority in the Senate voted against an additional 1.2 percent increase in the minimum wage on Tuesday. The BBB announced last week that it would vote against the law that regulated the increase, making it clear there would be no majority support.
ABC News—Some California restaurants face stark realities, burdens after minimum wage increase. California restaurant owners, including CEO of one of the largest El Pollo Loco franchises, explain how the new minimum wage is hurting business.
ABS-CBN News—Marcos orders review of minimum wages in regions. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Labor Day ordered the Regional Tripartite Wage and Productivity Board to conduct a "timely review" of minimum wage rates in the regions.
The Philippine Star—Marcos calls for review of minimum wage rates. Groups have been calling on the government to raise the minimum wage to keep up with the rising cost of living.