Senators seek accountability over P1.4-T in projects flagged as stalled, idleCarpenters work on the beautification of a school as Baguio continues to enjoy good weather on Jan. 22, 2019. MANILA, Philippines — Two senators on Thursday said government agencies should be held accountable for P1.44 trillion in infrastructure projects flagged by the Commission on Audit as delayed, abandoned and idle. "We have P1.44 trillion funds for various infrastructures sitting somewhere while thousands of families have no homes and food this Christmas," Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon said. "But the COA finds P1.44 trillion in idle funds? "Our social and health services took a backseat precisely to fund these infrastructure projects that the COA found delayed and idle."

Source: Philippine Star December 23, 2021 17:54 UTC