Question & AnswerQ&A (LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS No. 1508)
The ban on silica sand mining was lifted for Northern Palawan, including the Calamian Group of Islands and the areas around Malampaya Sound.
The ban was imposed by the Presidential Directive of March 22, 1976.
These activities are governed under P.D. 1899, otherwise known as the Small Scale Mining Decree of 1984.
To provide opportunities for poor sectors to participate in mineral resource development, promote self-employment, and improve the economic well-being of Northern Palawan's inhabitants.
Silica sand.
Mining activities must be immediately stopped, the mining permit or license cancelled, and the government is free from any liens or liabilities arising from this action.
The Minister of Natural Resources and the Director of Mines and Geo-Sciences.