Philippine Offshore Gambling Operators (POGOs) have won a victory in the courts against the 5% franchise tax. The Supreme Court of the Philippines have ruled against the Bayanihan 2 act’s 5% franchise tax, meant to help the country raise additional revenues to combat Covid-19.

By a vote of 13-1, the court ordered a temporary restraining order (TRO) on the 5% tax.

JUST IN: Supreme Court magistrates vote 13-1 to grant TRO on imposition of increased taxes on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) under Bayanihan to Heal As One Act II. Only Justice Marvic Leonen dissenting.- SC source | via @mikenavallo

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