In the recent orientation conducted by the provincial environment and natural resources office, the chief of police, deputy chief of police, and other officers assigned in the six municipalities of the province learned the salient features of DENR Administrative Order No. 97-32 or the Rules for the Administrative Adjudication of Illegal Forest Products and the Machinery, Equipment, Tools and Conveyances in connection therewith.

 

They were also updated on policies on protected area management, wildlife protection and conservation, forestry reforms, and climate change.

 

Police Colonel Christopher Utit, PNP deputy provincial director, stressed in his message the importance of awareness on said laws for proper guidance.

 

"We need to be equipped and updated with the different environmental laws for proper guidance," he said.

 

Quirino PENR Officer Mariam Frances Malana thanked the police provincial office for its support in strengthening the implementation of ENR laws, rules and regulations.

 

"We appreciate your contribution in protecting and conserving the environment and natural resources as we look forward to a strengthened collaborative partnership with you," PENRO Malana expressed.

 

The activity was also attended by CENR Officers, legal officers and researchers, and other DENR and PNP personnel.#

 

(PENRO Quirino)