Findings from the Committee's Investigation
- Envelopes from PEMEDES clients often include a return address to Philpost PO Box 2148, Makati Commercial Center Post Office.
- Philpost is unknowingly involved in PEMEDES transactions, which are supposed to be handled solely by PEMEDES firms.
- Several PEMEDES firms believed they could use Philpost’s facilities for handling undelivered mail, testing address deliverability, or other expedient purposes, despite Philpost's objections.
Prohibition and Directive Imposed on PEMEDES Firms
- Use of Philpost PO Boxes by PEMEDES firms as return addresses for undelivered mail is prohibited.
- PEMEDES firms are ordered to refrain from accepting mail containing Philpost PO Box return addresses.
- Any mail already accepted with such return addresses must have these notices cancelled or struck out on the envelopes.
- Strict prohibition is placed on the use of Philpost facilities by PEMEDES firms for mail delivery operations.
Penalties for Violation
- First offense: Fine of Two Thousand Pesos (P2,000.00).
- Second offense: Fine of Five Thousand Pesos (P5,000.00).
- Third offense: Cancellation of the PEMEDES firm's operational authority issued by the Department.
Effectivity and Compliance
- Circular takes effect fifteen (15) days after filing three copies with the U.P. Law Center, in line with Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11, dated October 9, 1992.
- The directive is adopted and signed by the Secretary on April 5, 2000, ensuring clear legal enforceability.