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2010-07-22 |
DEL CASTILLO, J. |
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| In this jurisdiction, a reorganization is valid provided that it is done in good faith. As a general rule, the test of good faith lies in whether the purpose of the reorganization is for economy or to make the bureaucracy more efficient.[19] Removal from office as a result of reorganization must, thus, pass the test of good faith.[20] A demotion in office, i.e., the movement from one position to another involving the issuance of an appointment with diminution in duties, responsibilities, status or rank which may or may not involve a reduction in salary,[21] is tantamount to removal, if no cause is shown for it.[22] Consequently, before a demotion may be effected pursuant to a reorganization, the observance of the rules on bona fide abolition of public office is essential.[23] | |||||