MANILA — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has warned employers anew against the illegal collection of cash bonds from their workers. The warning came amid reports received by DOLE that a number of employers continue to force their employees to post cash bonds for the duration of their employment. ADVERTISEMENT“My office has been receiving complaints from maintenance workers because cash bonds were being unlawfully deducted from their wages without their consent or proper documentation. Maglunsod encouraged workers to continue reporting abusive employers even as he assured them of protecting their identities. ADVERTISEMENTMaglunsod also urged workers who have complaints and other concerns to call the DOLE hotline 1349; visit the nearest DOLE office, or personally coordinate with his office to immediately address their problems.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 08, 2017 14:15 UTC