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BJMP

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) oversees the detention and rehabilitation of persons deprived of liberty in the Philippines, managing jails and providing educational, vocational, and legal assistance programs. It has expanded its facilities and services, including the preparation of new dormitories for detainees linked to high-profile cases and the implementation of initiatives aimed at reducing recidivism. The BJMP also collaborates with various agencies to enhance emergency response and improve the reintegration of former inmates into society.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Mon, October 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM

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Recent developments on BJMP

Mon, October 20, 2025 at 11:10 AM

BJMP readies 80 dorms for flood control scandal suspects

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) has prepared at least 80 dormitories in the New Quezon City Jail for individuals who may be indicted in connection with the multibillion-peso flood control scandal.

Tue, September 30, 2025 at 9:40 AM

Apollo Quiboloy hospitalized for pneumonia, stable condition confirmed

Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder Apollo Quiboloy was hospitalized on September 11 due to difficulty in breathing and was later diagnosed with moderate-risk community-acquired pneumonia.

Thu, September 11, 2025 at 12:46 PM

DILG launches Unified 911 hotline for nationwide emergency response

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has launched the Unified 911 hotline for nationwide emergency response, integrating previously separate numbers from various agencies.

Fri, September 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM

DILG launches Unified 911 nationwide Sept 11

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) will launch the Unified 911 system nationwide on September 11, 2025, consolidating over 30 local emergency numbers into a single, accessible hotline.

Sun, July 13, 2025 at 10:47 AM

Over 113,000 PDLs nationwide join BJMP skills, livelihood programs

Over 113,000 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) nationwide have participated in the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology's (BJMP) skills and livelihood programs, aiming to provide them with a second chance at a better life after release.

Fri, July 11, 2025 at 7:56 PM

Senate proposes P20B trust fund for uniformed personnel benefits

Senate President Francis "Chiz" G. Escudero has proposed a P20-billion trust fund through Senate Bill 276 to establish a permanent social benefits program for uniformed personnel and their families.

Thu, July 10, 2025 at 5:16 PM

35 PDLs graduate from ALS program at BJMP-Bansud Jail

The BJMP-Bansud District Jail held its eighth Alternative Learning System (ALS) graduation ceremony on July 9 for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) who completed elementary and junior high education.

Fri, July 4, 2025 at 8:01 PM

7 PDLs graduate college, 35 enrolled in higher education

Seven persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) have earned college degrees while incarcerated, with an additional 35 currently enrolled in higher education programs, according to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP).

Wed, July 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM

DILG sec proposes BJMP, BuCor integration

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla has proposed the integration of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) to streamline resources and address jail congestion.

Mon, June 30, 2025 at 11:58 PM

Teves discharged from PGH, returns to BJMP custody

Former Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo Teves Jr. has been returned to Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) custody at Camp Bagong Diwa after his discharge from the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) following an appendectomy.