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Only DTI-approved promos can replace 20% senior discount, says lawyer

MANILA, Philippines—Senior citizens rights advocate and lawyer Romulo Macalintal on Thursday said that the mandatory 20-percent discount for senior citizens could only be waived if an establishment’s promotional price is approved by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). Macalintal stressed this in calling for a clarification of the recent Supreme Court ruling on a

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  • Awaiting deadline 60% DTI Clarification Issued

    The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) releases a formal advisory clarifying that senior discounts apply only after promotional deductions, effectively resolving the legal ambiguity cited by the Supreme Court. Business associations accept this guidance, and senior citizen groups announce compliance with the new calculation method.

    Watch for: DTI issues Memorandum Circular No. 2023-05 regarding senior discount calculation · DTI Secretary confirms promotional prices supersede mandatory discounts in press briefing

  • Awaiting deadline 25% Supreme Court Stay Granted

    The Supreme Court issues a temporary restraining order (TRO) or stay, halting the enforcement of any conflicting lower court rulings while it reviews the constitutionality of the DTI's authority to waive the discount. This pause prevents immediate retail disruption but leaves the legal battle open.

    Watch for: Supreme Court issues G.R. No. [Number] TRO pending review · Supreme Court Chief Justice orders parties to submit counter-memorials within 14 days

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