00:00Meanwhile, the Philippine National Police reminded the security guards of the malls that it is prohibited to wear full costumes like for Santa Claus.
00:09Why? Let's find out in the center of the news of Ryan Lezigas.
00:15Each has their own rules and regulations and establishment for the holiday season.
00:21Aside from the lights, Christmas songs and Christmas carols.
00:25They also have a custom to wear the costumes of the Royal Guards and Santa Claus, their security guards.
00:32But according to the PNP Civil Security Group Director, Police Major General Leo Francisco,
00:39it is not allowed to wear full costumes of the security guards.
00:43Francisco explained that it is not allowed.
00:46The authorized uniform is based on the implementing rules and regulations of Republic Act 11917.
00:53It is considered a high security risk because it is possible that the criminals will copy the costumes
01:00and they will be free to move around the established by the security guards.
01:06We have a prescribed uniform for all of our security guards so they know that.
01:13So if there is a deviation in our prescribed uniform, they need to request for approval.
01:19It is also possible that this will bring confusion to the security guards
01:23as to where they should approach to ask for approval in times of emergency.
01:28Now, maybe if it is minimal, just like Santa Claus' hat,
01:34maybe we will give it but if they are going to deviate the whole uniform, it is prohibited.
01:41According to the PNP CSG, in the face of grave offense,
01:45there is a fine of Php 100,000 for the first offense, Php 200,000 for the second offense,
01:51and Php 300,000 for the third offense until the cancellation of his license.
01:57Anyone will be fined for this.
01:59There are violations and possible fines that are included in our rules and regulations.
02:08That is why we will punish them if they deviate from our rules.
02:14Reporting from Campo Crame, Ryan Lisigues for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.
