Police officers in Metro Manila are now required to wear proper uniform at all times under pain of facing administrative charges.
National Capital Region Police chief Maj. Gen. Sidney Hernia ordered the strict implementation of the ‘Tamang Bihis’ policy whereby violators would be given
24-hours to explain their failure to follow rule.
Hernia stressed that wearing of proper uniform serves as a proactive strategy in their anti-criminality campaign and instils discipline and adherence to Philippine National Police standards.
He also strictly prohibited his personnel from wearing different kinds of jackets on top of their prescribed uniform when reporting for work, during tour of duty, or even going home.
The rule aims to ensure that all Metro Manila policemen are easily identifiable in public, he said.
Wearing jackets over the uniform may obscure the officer’s identity, potentially leading to confusion and undermining public trust, particularly during emergencies and critical situations, he added.
