MANILA, Philippines — The European Union earmarked P10 million to support Philippine justice sector as it adapts to new protocols in this time of COVID-19 pandemic. The cash aid will be turned over to the Governance in Justice or GoJUST Programme, the EU-funded project that seeks to speed up the dispensation of justice and strengthen human rights institutions in the country. “These gadgets and equipment are provided by the GoJUST Programme in support of BJMP’s efforts to address the COVID-19 situation in detention facilities,” the statement released Tuesday read. The PPEs and disinfectants will be distributed to persons deprived of liberty and jail personnel in detention centers identified with high population and congestion rate. These are justice zone areas in Quezon City, Davao City, Cebu City, Angeles City, Bacolod City and Naga City.

Source: Philippine Star June 09, 2020 07:18 UTC