Amid criticisms, the lawmaker who is pushing to extend the probationary employment of workers from six months to two years, appealed to his colleagues to consider his proposal as “middle ground” that will address the much-criticized “Endo,” or end of contract.
Probinsyano Ako Party-list Rep. Jose Singson said the lower chamber should allow full debate on his House Bill 4208, saying that various workers groups who initially turned down his proposal, are now its supporters.
“Some may accept this as a middle ground that will lay to rest the Endo controversy but a closer look at its provisions will show its true pro-labor color,” said Singson.
“This bill will protect workers from being fired every six months and give them a better chance to prove their worth as a regular employee,” added Singson.