The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has formally adopted and implemented its Whistleblowing Policy, reinforcing its commitment to public trust, transparency, and accountability.
This initiative complies with Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) Memorandum Circular No. 2025-01, which established the Whistleblowing and Integrity Program (WHIP) for the GOCC Sector. LRTA participated in the WHIP orientation held on 4–5 February 2026 via Zoom, where the agency further strengthened its understanding of the WHIP framework and requirements.
The Whistleblowing Policy applies to all LRTA Board members, officers, and employees—whether permanent, temporary, casual, or co-terminus as well as personnel engaged under Contract of Service, Job Order, or consultancy arrangements. It also covers the members of the LRTA Board of Directors. Reportable conditions include, among others: abuse of authority, bribery, conflict of interest, malversation, nepotism, procurement violations, sexual harassment, and other acts contrary to law, public morals, or sound business practice that prejudice the LRTA, the National Government and its instrumentalities, or the general public.
Personnel and stakeholders may file whistleblowing reports, identified or anonymous, through internal LRTA channels such as email, sealed drop boxes, or direct submission to the Fact-Finding Committee Secretariat. Reports may also be submitted via the GCG Whistleblowing Portal, accessible through the LRTA website.
Upon receipt, the LRTA Whistleblowing Fact-Finding Committee will conduct preliminary evaluation of each report within fifteen (15) calendar days. Complaints that (1) identify the respondent and his/her position, (2) clearly narrate the material facts, (3) specify the laws or rules allegedly violated, and (4) are supported by evidence will be endorsed to the appropriate body. These may include the Administrative Disciplinary Committee, the Committee on Decorum and Investigation for Sexual Harassment Cases, or external law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies where criminal liability may be involved.
The Whistleblowing Policy guarantees protection for whistleblowers. Any form of retaliation, reprisal, or intimidation against individuals who report in good faith is strictly prohibited and will constitute a separate offense subject to disciplinary, civil, and criminal liability.
The institutionalization of the Whistleblowing Policy affirms LRTA core values of Resilience, Integrity, Professionalism, and Excellence, and fosters an organizational culture where every member of the workforce is empowered to uphold accountability.