She said the investigation on the sexual harassment complaint by the
unidentified employee against Labor Attaché II George Eduvala would be
impartial.
Sto. Tomas said Assistant Secretary Maria Anthonette Velasco-Allones would head
the investigating committee.
Allones is expected to submit its report and recommendation within 30 days from
the start of the inquiry.
Under the law, sexual harassment is a "disgraceful and immoral conduct,
classified as a grave offense punishable by suspension from six months and one
day to one year for the first offense, and dismissal for the second offense."
"The secretary's decision is final and executory 10 days after receipt of the
copy by the parties unless a motion for reconsideration is filed with the
Secretary or an appeal is filed with the Civil Service Commission," according
to the law.
