HERE’s a bit of good news for the country’s policemen and policewomen.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has announced that all its active duty personnel will be receiving their mid-year bonus on May 18.
“The mid-year bonus serves as a testament to our commitment to our personnel’s welfare. It is an acknowledgment of their dedication and sacrifices, especially during challenging times. We hope that this bonus will provide them with additional support and encourage them to continue their noble service to our nation,” PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. said in a statement.
The mid-year bonus will be available at the ATM on Thursday, with an equivalent to a one-month basic salary.
Around 228,000 cops were listed on active duty and were expected to receive the windfall.
Meanwhile, police personnel with ongoing cases and serving punishment will have their bonus deferred.
The funding of the mid-year bonus was derived from the P7.5 billion appropriations for the PNP from the 2023 national budget.