BODY-WORN cameras capable of real-time streaming of videos will be procured by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) for use of secondary inspectors at the airport, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said on Sunday.
In a statement, the BI chief said: “We have already initiated the procurement process and expect that by the end of the year we can start the deployment of the cameras.”
The BI said a budget of 16 million has been allocated for the procurement of body cameras. It said more funds will be allocated for the procurement of additional electronic gates with the aim of replacing 50% of the BI’s manual operations by 2026.
Mr. Tansingco said the wearing of body cameras “will ensure that our immigration officers are effective and remain accountable for their actions as law enforcers.” — NCB
