MANILA, Philippines – Political advertisements can be posted on public utility vehicles (PUV) as long as it complies with the rules set by the Commission on Elections (Comelec), the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) announced on Tuesday. ADVERTISEMENT“This follows the decision of the Supreme Court in the case of 1-UTAK vs. Comelec promulgated on April 14, 2015, lifting the Comelec prohibition of political Ads on PUVs,” it added. LTFRB said those who wish to post their campaign materials on PUVs should secure a permit and pay the required fees. Meantime, ride-hailing company Grab Philippines earlier said political ads are not allowed on its service vehicles. / gsgREAD: Grab Philippines prohibits political ads in service vehiclesRead NextLATEST STORIESMOST READ

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer February 19, 2019 03:45 UTC