Aquino, Hontiveros seek probe into Meralco fees

MANILA, Philippines – Senators Bam Aquino and Risa Hontiveros on Tuesday pushed for an urgent investigation on Meralco’s recent power rate increase, and why middle-class consumers are made to shoulder the electricity subsidies of low-income households. Meralco increased its rates for the third month, but later defended its actions, saying some of its charges stem from government-mandated