Parents’ group calls on government agencies not to accept donations from tobacco industry

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Should the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) accept donations from individuals and businesses linked to the tobacco industry? It’s a big “no” for the Parents Against Vape (PAV) group. However, a recent legal opinion issued by the Department of Justice (DOJ) says otherwise.

Should the Department of Social Welfare and Development accept donations from individuals and businesses linked to the tobacco industry?However, a recent legal opinion issued by the Department of Justice says otherwise.

“This prohibition is aligned with the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, which aims to prevent conflicts of interest and maintain the integrity of public service.” By accepting these donations, they said, the government risks normalizing the presence of the tobacco industry in sectors dedicated to public health and welfare.

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