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To prevent another escape from the New Bilibid Prison (NBP), Senator Robin Padilla sought guidelines that would make sure the Commander of the Guards there would have sufficient personnel and authority. Padilla stressed this among other reforms following the Senate’s hearing on the escape from the NBP of Michael Catarroja, who said he managed to […]
Senator Robin Padilla is demanding justice for a 62-year-old Muslim man who was arrested last August over a case of mistaken identity. In his privilege speech, Padilla questioned the case of “mistaken identity” and possible discrimination against Mohammad Maca-Antal Said, who was arrested last Aug. 10. “Ito po mahal na Ginoong Pangulo ay nilalapit ko […]
Senator Robin Padilla slammed retired policeman Wilfredo Gonzales for pulling out a gun on a cyclist during a recent road rage incident in Quezon City. During the hearing of the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, Padilla said he was saddened by Gonzales’ act of assaulting a cyclist and pulling out his gun, […]
Become an inspiration to the youths so they will embrace discipline. This was the call made by Senator Robin Padilla to the “elite” Scout Rangers of the Philippine Army. Padilla, a reserve Captain in the Philippine Army, voiced hopes the Scout Rangers’ heroism will lead the youth to undergo Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) and […]
Sufficient and nutritious meals, adequate standby areas and just workday hours. These were among the rights pushed by Senator Robin Padilla for “small” workers in the showbiz industry. At the hearing of the Senate on the proposed “Eddie Garcia Act” where he is a co-author, Padilla stressed the observation of such rights are important to […]
The 2025 elections hold the key to much-needed reforms in governance, where lawmakers to be elected will support needed amendments to the Constitution to allow the entry of foreign investments as well as the more efficient operation of the government. Senator Robin Padilla stressed this at the 29th anniversary of the Technical Education and Skills […]
Better cells and living conditions, and separating the hardcore “crime lords” from the “general population” of the New Bilibid Prison. These are among the urgent reforms that authorities must implement to prevent a repeat of attempts by Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) to escape or engage in illegal activities, Senator Robin Padilla said. “Una, diyan […]
More than “keyboard warriors,” a prepared citizenry with skills and discipline sharpened through the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is needed to defend our country especially against foreign invaders. Senator Robin Padilla stressed this at the conclusion of the Visayas Regional Qualifying Leg ng Philippine ROTC Games 2023 in Iloilo City. Padilla pointed out the […]
Was the recent shooting incident that killed a police officer in Taguig City triggered by religious discrimination through the serving of pork? Senator Robin Padilla is seeking an investigation into the incident as well as similar instances of prejudice in the past, after the Muslim police officer involved indicated that the shooting stemmed from previous instances […]
The continued discrimination against Filipino Muslim women must end, and this could start with a law mandating the observance of a National Hijab Day. Senator Robin Padilla stressed this principle at the bicameral conference committee for the measure, as he moved to adopt the House of Representatives’ version of the proposed legislation – even if […]