Legazpi city: The Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) on Wednesday initiated a one-stop service to make government services more accessible for police personnel and their families. The event, held during the Philippine National Police (PNP) Day at Camp Simeon A. Ola in Legazpi City, Albay, aimed to enhance the responsiveness and meaningfulness of government services.
According to Philippines News Agency, the activity featured various government agencies offering specialized services, underscoring the PNP's dedication to serve with both strength and compassion. Col. Lito Andaya, PRO-5 acting chief of regional staff, emphasized that the one-stop shop was designed to bring essential services closer to PNP personnel, their families, and the community. He noted that the initiative uplifts lives, eases burdens, and strengthens the bond between the PNP and the people they serve.
Andaya expressed gratitude to the partner agencies for their contributions, describing the initiative as a testament to what can be achieved through inter-agency cooperation. He highlighted that the presence of these agencies symbolizes unity, cooperation, and a shared vision of responsive and people-centered public service. The initiative also acknowledged the sacrifices of police personnel and the vital support of their families, serving as an investment in personnel welfare, partnership-building, and public engagement.
The participating agencies included the Professional Regulation Commission, which addressed licensing and registration concerns; the Philippine Statistics Authority, which facilitated the issuance of civil registry documents; and the Land Transportation Office, which provided vehicle registration and driver's license services. The Albay Provincial Agricultural Office offered agricultural guidance and support programs, while PhilHealth assisted with health insurance registration and benefits inquiries.
Other agencies present were Pag-IBIG Fund, offering membership and housing loan services; and the Commission on Elections (Comelec), which handled voter registration and election-related concerns. The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority promoted skills training programs and assisted with enrollment, and the National Police Commission addressed police-related administrative concerns. Financial services tailored to public safety personnel were also offered by the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Inc., the Public Safety Savings and Loan Association Inc., and the Armed Forces and Police Savings and Loan Association Inc.-Legazpi.
