Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, on the proposal to arm barangay officials
The Commission recognizes the intention of the government to address criminality at the barangay level. However, the role of barangay captains is to implement local ordinances and laws and to help the police in assessing peace and order situation in their respective areas. Promoting peace through mediation is also an integral part of the barangay […]