Not a ‘blank check’: SolGen explains triggers of unprogrammed funds

MANILA, Philippines — Government counsel on Tuesday said unprogrammed appropriations are not a “shadow budget” but an “aspiration savings.” During the April 7 oral argument on the consolidated petitions questioning specific provisions relating to the unprogrammed funds and special accounts in the General Fund in 2024, 2025, and 2026, Solicitor General Darlene Berberabe said the unprogrammed