DSWD admits 'shortcomings' in emergency fund distribution

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DSWD admits 'shortcomings' in emergency fund distribution
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NEW TOP STORY. DSWD chief Rolando Bautista says they thought local governments could easily come up with lists of target beneficiaries, but it turns out they 'did not memorize' profiles of their constituents. COVID19PH

that were affected further by lockdowns during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

So far, the DSWD disclosed that it has been able to disburse emergency funds to the 3.7 million cash card holders of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program , public utility vehicle drivers, and several Metro Manila local government units . The DSWD has not explained the clear basis for the 18 million count of beneficiaries for the coronavirus assistance.Based on the process released by DSWD, it's the local government units that facilitate the information gathering and aid distribution between the DSWD and the beneficiaries. It is up to LGUs to come up with a list of beneficiaries that qualify for aid.

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