Dangerous Drugs Board is requesting some amendments to the comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, including the establishment of rehabilitation centers in jails. DDB Chairman Secretary Felipe Rojas Jr. proposed 12 amendments to the existing law during a briefing of House Committee on Wednesday. The proposal is in concern of existence and wide-scale use of illegal drugs in jail facilities. Muntinlupa Representative Ruffy Biazon supported the concern over the issues of drugs inside NBP. “Nevermind […]
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DILG assures full support to National Anti-Drug Plan of Action
MANILA, Philippines — Secretary Mel Senen S. Sarmiento of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has assured the continuing support of the Department and its attached agencies to the National Anti-Drug Plan of Action (NADPA) 2015-2020 which President Benigno S. Aquino III ordered for implementation and institutionalization. NADPA is the blueprint that describes the strategies and programs to be undertaken by the government in achieving a drug-resistant and eventually a drug-free Philippines. […]
