Manila, Jan. 29 -- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has set the filing of Certificates of Candidacy (COCs) for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) from Sept. 28 to Oct. 5.

Under Comelec Resolution No. 11191, which outlines the calendar of activities for the Nov. 2 polls, the election period will run from Oct. 3 to Nov. 9.

During the election period, the carrying of firearms and other deadly weapons in public places, the use of private security personnel or bodyguards by candidates, the organization of reaction or strike forces, the suspension of elective officials, and the transfer or detail of civil service employees are prohibited.

The campaign period is set from Oct. 22 to Oct. 31. Prohibited acts during...