P58.3-B Local Government Support Fund shielded from partisan interests--LMP
The League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) has announced that the record ₱58.32-billion Local Government Support Fund for 2027 will be distributed under strict DBM guidelines to prevent political bias. The fund is intended to support local infrastructure and social services across the country.
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Ensuring the equitable distribution of large-scale government funds is critical for maintaining public trust and effective local governance.
Manila Bulletin - P58.3-B Local Government Support Fund shielded from partisan interests--LMP
P58.3-B Local Government Support Fund shielded from partisan interests--LMP
LMP president Inno Dy says strict DBM rules will ensure the record ₱58.32‑billion Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) for 2027 is distributed fairly and free from political bias.
The allocation includes ₱37.49B for LGU assistance, ₱10.3B for the Growth Equity Fund, ₱9.74B for the Barangay Development Program, and ₱1B for participatory budgeting.
Dy calls the LGSF an "equity tool" to limit patronage politics, funding programs like free rice distribution, farm‑to‑market roads, water systems, health facilities, and evacuation centers.
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