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BJMP

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) oversees the management of correctional facilities in the Philippines, focusing on rehabilitation, education, and skills training for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs). It collaborates with various government agencies to provide programs that aim to reduce recidivism and improve reintegration into society. Recent initiatives include drug testing, educational opportunities, and partnerships for livelihood development.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, September 11, 2025 at 1:17 AM

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Recent developments on BJMP

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 5:18 PM

Senate approves transfer of ex-DPWH exec Brice Hernandez to Pasay City Jail

The Senate approved the transfer of former DPWH assistant district engineer Brice Hernandez from the PNP Custodial Center to the Pasay City Jail on Wednesday night.

Fri, August 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM

NBI conducts surprise drug tests at Baguio City Jail

Personnel and detainees at the Baguio City Jail underwent surprise drug tests conducted by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).

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.

Fri, June 27, 2025 at 11:26 AM

BJMP releases over 85K PDLs through paralegal services

A total of 85,183 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) nationwide were released from June 2024 to May 2025 through the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology's (BJMP) strengthened paralegal services, according to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

Fri, June 20, 2025 at 6:55 PM

Russian vlogger Zdorovetskiy faces charges, remains in BI custody

Russian vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, arrested for harassing Filipinos, has been returned to a Bureau of Immigration (BI) holding facility after posting bail for local charges.