PCSO Extends Invitation to Senate Committee on Games and Amusements for Transparent Oversight: General Manager Mel Robles Welcomes Senators to Observe Lottery Processes and Ensure Integrity
MANILA — On Tuesday, January 24, 2023, General Manager Mel Robles of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced the extensio
MANILA — On Tuesday, January 24, 2023, General Manager Mel Robles of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced the extension of an invitation to members of the Senate Committee on Games and Amusements. The purpose of this invitation, he stated, is to enable senators to observe lottery processes and form unbiased conclusions and recommendations.
GM Robles expressed confidence in the integrity of the lottery procedures, emphasizing that allowing senators to witness the draws firsthand is the best way to dispel any doubts.
“For the past 89 years, the PCSO has maintained unquestionable integrity, and we are committed to upholding that untarnished reputation,” affirmed Robles.
He further stated, “That’s why we are inviting our honorable senators to witness the actual processes in action.”
Going the extra mile, GM Robles encouraged senators to conduct unannounced inspections to provide additional assurance of the integrity of lottery operations.
In a letter dated January 22, GM Robles invited the lawmakers to witness the entire lotto draw process, from pre-draw preparations to the actual draw, on any day without prior notice, in the interest of transparency.
The letter was addressed to Committee Chairperson Sen. Manuel Lapid, Vice-Chairpersons Sen. Christopher ‘Bong’ Go and Sen. Raffy Tulfo, and committee members Senators Jose Ejercito Jr., Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero, Ramon Bong Revilla Jr., Francis Tolentino, and Risa Hontiveros.
“If you choose to send a representative, we simply ask for official written authorization for him or her,” added GM Robles.
“We are committed to openness and accountability in the conduct of all our lottery activities. Fostering transparency in the lotto draw process is crucial in maintaining public trust and confidence in the integrity of our operations,” emphasized GM Robles. (Elami Go/PAN)
