Government workers get freebies, discounts in September

MANILA, Philippines — Government workers, including those who have already retired, are entitled to freebies and special discounts in September as part of the month-long celebration of the 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA).

“The CSC (Civil Service Commission) has teamed up with numerous public and private institutions to offer discounts and freebies to the 1.9 million civil servants and retired government workers nationwide, acknowledging their hard work and dedication,” the Commission said in a statement.

To avail of the discounts, government employees must present their government agency ID or unified multi-purpose ID (UMID) card to partner establishments.

Those under job order and contract of service may also avail of the special treats by presenting their government agency ID card, the CSC said.

For the complete list of PCSA partner outlets and mechanics, the CSC advises government workers to visit the the PCSA microsite at csc.gov.ph/pcsa/2024/special-treats or the CSC Facebook page at www.facebook.com/civilservicegovph.