Senator Alan Peter Cayetano clarified that existing Senate rules allow the creation of a subcommittee under the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee.In his statement, Cayetano pointed out that the procedural framework of the Senate provides flexibility for committees to organise subcommittees when necessary, particularly to improve efficiency in handling investigations and oversight functions.

The discussion comes in the context of ongoing Senate scrutiny of various public issues being handled by the Blue Ribbon Committee, which is known for investigating matters involving alleged anomalies and irregularities in government projects and transactions.

Cayetano emphasised that forming a subcommittee is not outside the bounds of Senate practice, and can be a practical way to manage workload and streamline hearings.

He noted that such internal arrangements are typically guided by the Senate’s own rules, which allow committees to structure their work in a way that ensures timely and more focused deliberations.

The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee, formally known for its role in investigating public accountability issues, often deals with complex and high-profile cases.

According to Cayetano, the possibility of creating a subcommittee is consistent with its mandate, especially when the volume or scope of cases requires additional organisational support.His remarks were made amid discussions involving committee processes and the handling of ongoing inquiries.

The clarification aims to address questions regarding whether such a substructure is procedurally allowed, reinforcing that Senate rules already provide mechanisms for internal delegation within committees.