Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos has vowed there will be no more delays in the
promotions of third-level officers of the Philippine National Police (PNP).
Abalos made the assurance following the issuance of the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM)
Resolution No. 2023-1704, which imposes a 30-day
timeline to complete the processing of recommendations for the promotion of police officers with the ranks
of Police Colonel (PCOL) to Police Lieutenant General
(PLTGEN).
“As long as the documentary requirements are
complete, walang problema. It will be acted upon within
30 days. Iyan ang hard and fast rule natin,” he said.
After NAPOLCOM’s evaluation and also the
confirmation of the Civil Service Commission, the promotional folders/documents will then be forwarded to
the Office of the Executive Secretary before the approval of the President.
Abalos said he hopes the move will further improve the morale of police personnel and inspire them
to work relentlessly in fighting criminality, illegal drugs,
corruption, and in maintaining peace and order in their
assigned jurisdictions.
He, however, was quick to warn that while processing of their promotions will be fast, imposing sanctions and penalties for misconduct and breach of discipline will be as swift and decisive.
“Reward and punishment – that is part of our
plan to professionalize and improve the service of the
police force,” he pointed out.
Abalos continued: “We will be quick in giving
recognition for good performance, but at the same time,
we will be as quick and as judicious in imposing punishments”. DILG.GOV
