By Mary May A. Abellon
DIPOLOG
CITY – In pursuance of the Phlippine National Police (PNP)
Command Memorandum Circular (CMC) issued by Police Deputy Director-general
Leonardo A. Espina, a ceremonial signing of the PNP integrity pledge
highlighted the 24th PNP foundation day last Feb. 16 at Camp Hamac
in Barangay Sicayab this city.
The
said activity was part of the PNP’s Peace and Order Agenda for Transformation and
Upholding the Rule of Law known as P.A.T.R.O.L Plan 2030, which is PNP's
overall strategy for real and lasting transformation toward a highly capable,
effective, and credible police service.
It calls for the total commitment of every PNP
personnel to live according to the highest standards for public officials and
employees set forth in Republic Act No. 6713, known as the Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards for all public officials and employees.
In the same event, the police officials have been
reminded of their fundamental roles in leading by example and follow the principle of
“command responsibility” by ensuring that their respective personnel strictly
abide with the provisions of RA 6713, promote strict observation on the ethical
practices and good governance on the established PNP Ethical Doctrine at all
times in dispensation of their respective duties and responsibilities.
The
said celebration was attended by Governor Roberto Y. Uy with ZNPPO OIC
Provincial Director P/Supt. Redentor L. Retusto, officers and members of
Provincial Advisory Council (PAC), chiefs of police from the different local
police stations in the province, religious leaders and members of the local
media.
