The Philippine Senate ordered a total shift to work-from-home operations and a complete visitor ban from June 10 to 11 following a "credible threat" flagged by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). 

Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian announced the emergency lockdown on June 9, confirming that all Secretariat and Senate Proper offices must work remotely while security forces fortify the complex. 

“We have directed all Senate Secretariat and Senate Proper offices to adopt a work-from-home arrangement and implement heightened security measures in response to ongoing security concerns affecting the Senate complex from June 10 to 11.” Senate President Pro Tempore Gatchalian wrote on his social media account.

Gatchalian emphasized that the safety, security, and welfare of all Senate personnel remain the chamber's absolute top priority amid the developing security concern.

In response to the intelligence reports, the Office of the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms immediately launched heightened security protocols to secure the perimeter. 

Security forces are currently executing continuous sweeps of the building, raising surveillance levels, and enforcing stricter screening procedures at all entry points. 

Gatchalian strictly warned against complacency, asserting that every single piece of intelligence regarding a potential breach or attack must be taken seriously to preserve peace and order within the government facility.

Despite the physical shutdown and potential environment of intimidation, Gatchalian assured the public that the legislative body's work for the nation will continue uninterrupted in a safe and lawful manner. 

He also explicitly stated that the Senate remains fiercely committed to protecting its employees, promising that no staff member acting in good faith will face retaliation or unwarranted administrative action during this high-security period.

“We remain committed to protecting our employees’ welfare, upholding professional integrity, and ensuring that no personnel acting in good faith will be subjected to intimidation, retaliation, or unwarranted administrative action.” Senator Gatchalian concluded.

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