The controversy over coal mining in Catanduanes

Now that the Sangguniang Panlalawigan has recalled its controversial measure temporarily suspending the implementation of the mining-free ordinance for one year, it would be wise to review what happened. Based…

DIOCESE OF VIRAC CHANCERY OFFICE Virac, 4800 Catanduanes, Philippines:

AN OPEN LETTER TO THE SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGAN NG CATANDUANES

DIOCESE OF VIRAC CHANCERY OFFICE Virac, 4800 Catanduanes, Philippines   AN OPEN LETTER TO THE SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGAN NG CATANDUANES   November 21, 2023   The Sangguniang Panlalawigan ng Catanduanes Legislative…

August 2023 probe was requested by Panganiban SB:

DENR report confirms illegal coal extraction in Cabuyoan

As early as August 2023, the Panganiban municipal government had received reports of alleged coal mining activity in two barangays, with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) later…