Question & AnswerQ&A (BUCOR SPECIAL ORDER NO. 127, S. 2008)
The declared policy of the State is to maintain honesty and integrity in the public service and to take proactive and effective measures against graft and corruption.
The Constitution declares that a public office is a public trust, and all public officers and employees must at all times be accountable to the people, serve with responsibility, integrity, loyalty, and efficiency, act with patriotism and justice, and lead modest lives.
They apply to all officials and employees of the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor).
The core values include patriotism and nationalism; commitment to the rule of law and public interest; honesty, integrity, and professionalism; accountability and transparency; impartiality and political neutrality; dedication, diligence, responsiveness, justness, and sincerity in service; and simplicity in lifestyle.
BuCor officials and employees shall not disclose any confidential information acquired by them during their employment for private interest or to the public, except for authorized disclosures by officials like the PIO/Superintendent.
A conflict of interest exists when a BuCor official's or employee's objectivity is impaired, their personal interests oppose office objectives, or there is undue personal benefit. Such conflicts must be disclosed in writing to immediate supervisors and terminated immediately.
Yes, but only after securing proper authority and under conditions such as performing the job outside normal working hours, ensuring no incompatibility with their BuCor duties, avoiding private practice except for certain professions, and not disclosing confidential information.
Violations are grounds for disciplinary action and may include criminal charges if warranted.
They must treat the public with utmost respect, courtesy, consideration, and reason, avoid conduct that discredits the institution, and refrain from inappropriate public comments that could be construed as official statements.
Former officials and employees who join the private sector and whose employment relates directly to their former BuCor position are prohibited from dealing with incumbent BuCor officials on any pending matter, to maintain ethical standards in public service.