A slew of initiatives are now being undertaken by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to “formalize” small-scale mining operations. The move is in recognition of small-scale mining’s role and contribution to the industry and the economy. The formalization of small-scale mining came amid DENR’s review of pertinent laws that cover small-scale mining,
A slew of initiatives are now being undertaken by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to “formalize” small-scale mining operations.
To recall, the formalization of small-scale miners in the Philippines was aired by Gil Indino, chairperson of the National Coalition of Small-Scale Miners in the Philippines, during the group’s third general assembly held from July 28 to 30 last year at the Villa Silvina Hotel and Restaurant in Baguio City.
DENR Undersecretary Carlos Primo David emphasized that these initiatives underscore the agency’s dedication to responsible, inclusive, and globally competitive mining practices, while ensuring the welfare and protection of small-scale miners. He stressed the importance of a progressive, step-by-step approach to formalization, with the ultimate goal of integrating small-scale miners into the broader mining sector.
Legal recognition of small miners, according to David, will help ensure they get adequate support to operate within established standards and safety protocols. The DENR is looking at Republic Act 7076, also known as the People’s Small-Scale Mining Act of 1991, to provide social assistance, labor protection, and government-backed assistance programs for the benefit of small-scale miners.
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