Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 1)
The purpose is to expedite actions on complaints against the manner officials and personnel of various Executive departments, bureaus, offices, agencies, instrumentalities, and government-owned or controlled corporations perform their duties, and to encourage public participation in improving government service responsiveness.
It was created by President Ramon Magsaysay by virtue of the powers vested in him by law.
It is directly under and responsible solely to the President of the Philippines.
The Commission is headed by a Technical Assistant to the President who is designated as the Commissioner.
The duties include conducting fact-finding investigations on complaints against government officials or agencies, recommending appropriate actions, informing the President on public service improvements, submitting recommendations for government administration improvement, and performing other duties assigned by the President.
The Commissioner may summon witnesses by subpoena and subpoena duces tecum, administer oaths, and take testimony relevant to fact-finding investigations.
Yes, all departments, bureaus, offices, agencies, instrumentalities, and government-owned or controlled corporations are enjoined to extend full assistance and cooperation to the Commission.
Yes, the Commissioner is authorized to utilize and allow the use of any form of transportation or means of conveyance during official travels.
They must designate an official whose services will be available to the Commission whenever required on matters pertaining to their respective departments or entities.
The President of the Philippines may assign additional duties to the Commission from time to time.