Book V — Labor Relations
Article 266
PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available
ELI5— what this means for you
Union members and organizers cannot be arrested for their union activities — except for national security reasons, crimes, or after consultation with the Secretary of Labor.
Key point
You cannot be arrested just for organizing or leading a union. That's protected activity.
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