National Affairs
4Ps Subsidy Behind Meralco Bill Shock – Fake News!
As electricity bills hit record highs this April, a finger-pointing game has emerged, with some narratives suggesting that the subsidies for the poor are driving up costs for everyone else. However, DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian is setting the record straight, calling these claims “fake news.” Is the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) really the cause of your financial headache? Let’s look at the data provided by the DSWD. The Myth: “Subsidies are making my bill
May 7, 2026
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