N. Vizcaya cracks down on overpriced sand – BusinessWorld Online
BAGUIO CITY — Nueva Vizcaya Governor Jose V. Gambito has ordered a crackdown on sand and gravel operators accused of overpricing, warning that violators would be blacklisted and banned from operating in the province.
The move follows the temporary suspension of quarry permits for operators lacking environmental compliance certificates (ECC) from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
Mr. Gambito said overpricing would result in a permanent ban, adding that the province wants to curb rising construction costs and unfair business practices.
A major concern is that many operators have not secured the ECCs, which are necessary before permits are issued. He added that permits would only be reinstated once environmental compliance is met. — Artemio A. Dumlao
