The Philippine Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced today, June 12, 2024, a temporary suspension of transactions handled by the Office for Legal Affairs (OLA) due to a team building activity.
The OLA will be closed for transactions on June 13th and 14th, 2024, to facilitate a team-building activity aimed at enhancing communication, collaboration, and fostering a stronger work environment within the department.
This closure affects individuals seeking services such as:
- Securing clearance certificates: These certificates verify an individual's eligibility for government employment and are often required for applications to various government agencies.
- Following up on the status of cases: The OLA handles various legal matters related to civil service, and this suspension may impact individuals awaiting updates on their cases.
- Requesting certified true copies of records/documents: Certified true copies are verified duplicates of official documents filed with the OLA, and this closure may cause delays for those needing them for legal proceedings or other official purposes.
However, the CSC press release assures the public that a skeleton force from the OLA Records Division will remain operational during the team-building activity. This means that individuals can still submit documents during these two days. However, processing and releasing documents, including clearance certificates and certified true copies, will be delayed until the OLA reopens on Tuesday, June 18th, 2024.
The CSC encourages those with upcoming deadlines to plan accordingly and submit their requests before June 13th or wait until the OLA resumes full operations on June 18th.
The Commission apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this temporary suspension and emphasizes the importance of the team-building activity for improving internal communication and efficiency within the OLA. They anticipate a more streamlined and responsive service experience for the public upon the OLA's return to full operation.
For further inquiries or clarifications, the public is advised to visit the official CSC website or contact their regional offices.