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Following complaints that certain police personnel received less than the agreed-upon amount, the Philippine National Police (PNP) will begin investigating the distribution of service recognition incentives (SRI) to police officers for the upcoming fiscal year 2022.

To investigate the situation, PNP Chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. said they would work with Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. and other relevant departments.

“We frequently communicate with the Secretary of the Interior and Local Government (SILG). We are now collaborating with other offices that may have kinalaman here, and I am asking them. Tinitingnan natin ito kasi kung may reklamo, kumbaga may mga dapat tingnan at iniimbestigahan natin. (We communicate with the SILG frequently. After the swearing-in, donning, and pinning of ranks insignia for the Newly Appointed Police Commissioned Officers (NAPCOs) in Camp Crame on Monday afternoon, reporters approached Acorda for comment. “We are looking into this because if there is a complaint, it seems that there are things that should be looked into. We are investigating and coordinating with other offices that have something to do with this, and I am asking them.

We may invite other officers from the DILG to see to it and hear together what this explanation is, and from there, we can see what our next course of action should be. “We will be sitting down with them to hear for me, along with my command group, and we may be inviting other officers of the DILG to hear together what this explanation is, and from there, we can see what our next course of action should be.

Abalos had earlier said that he will also look to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for advice on the incentive payment regulations.

Through Administrative Order (AO) 1, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. authorized the release of a one-time SRI for executive branch employees in December of last year in appreciation for their collective and invaluable support of the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure the responsive delivery of services, particularly amid the public health emergency brought on by the pandemic and other socioeconomic challenges.

The AO permits people employed by the executive department to receive a one-time SRI at a consistent amount not to exceed PHP20,000.

Acorda reminded the police commissioned officers of their duty to serve the people and enjoined them to seek the direction of God as he urged them to continue their professional development and strive to be the best they can be.

“As we serve and defend our fellow Filipinos, let us exemplify the spirit of ‘Serbisyong Nagkakaisa’. “Remember to serve your fellow police officers, other government organizations, and the community that depends on our service and protection well and in harmony,” he stated.

The importance of their duties was highlighted by Acorda, who said, “As newly appointed police commissioned officers, you have already demonstrated your ability in your different disciplines, and it is now time to apply that knowledge to the law enforcement environment. You will be trusted to lead while enforcing the law, shielding the defenseless, and guaranteeing our country’s safety and security. This vital task calls for honesty, bravery, and kindness.

91 Technical Officers and 515 Line Officers were appointed, and they were all selected as part of the PNP Lateral Entry Program for Line and Technical Officers for the calendar year 2022.

Twenty-nine lawyers, four priests, two pastors, and seven doctors were assigned to the first rank of Police Captain under the scheme, and they were each given P56,582 as their base monthly wage.

The remaining 564 newly hired PNP members, which include dentists, psychologists, architects, engineers, chemists, IT (information technology) specialists, and line officers, were given the initial rank of Police Lieutenant and received allowances, various cash and non-cash benefits, and a base monthly salary of PHP49,528.

The successful Lateral Program candidates underwent a rigorous selection process that showed their dedication to professionalism, excellence, and the PNP’s key principles.

Before reporting to their assigned units, all newly appointed police officers are formally turned over to the Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine Development (DHRDD) to complete the required Officer’s Basic Course and Field Training Program.

Along with the cadetship program provided at the PNP Academy, the PNP Lateral Entry Program is one of the main recruitment avenues for technical and line service officers in the PNP.

These initiatives support the PNP’s regular sources of Police Commissioned Officers (PCOs).

fostering connections with communities

As part of continuous efforts to improve community participation and strengthen ties between the police and the communities they serve, the PNP’s Directorate for Police Community Relations (DPCR) unveiled the PCR Compendium Policies on Monday.

The Compendium Policies were created by the PNP DPCR as a complete manual for PNP employees, giving them a framework and instructions for good community interactions.

These regulations highlight the PNP’s dedication to preserving openness, responsibility, and community trust.

The Compendium Policies lay forth guidelines for community outreach initiatives, collaboration with regional stakeholders, and proactive steps to address issues and foster respect among parties.

Following these guidelines, the PNP hopes to increase community safety and well-being while fortifying its relationship with the general public.

“The community’s participation and trust are crucial to accomplishing our job to uphold peace and order. During the introduction event held at Camp Crame in Quezon City, Acorda remarked, “The Compendium Policies will serve as our guide to foster constructive relationships, empower communities, and ensure public safety.

Maj. Gen. Mario Reyes, director of DPCR, expressed gratitude to all parties for their essential assistance and involvement in creating the Compendium Policies, including local government entities, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders.

He claimed that their cooperation strengthens the two of them working together to make the nation more secure.

According to Reyes, the PNP is committed to successfully implementing the Compendium Policies throughout all police units in the country.

Additionally, he assured that the DPCR will keep an eye on comments and changing community requirements as it reviewed and improved these policies.

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