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DILG chief inspects QC jail facility ahead of Romualdez transfer
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla visited the New Quezon City Jail in Payatas on Monday to ensure compliance with court-imposed conditions before the transfer of former House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
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Manila — Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla conducted an inspection of the New Quezon City Jail facility in Payatas on Monday, days before the anticipated relocation of former House Speaker and Leyte 1st District Representative Martin Romualdez.
Remulla stated that his visit was intended to verify that all conditions mandated by the Sandiganbayan, the special court handling anti-graft cases, would be met during the transfer process. The inspection comes as preparations advance for Romualdez's movement to the detention facility.
The former House Speaker faces charges before the Sandiganbayan, with the court having established specific requirements that must be observed in connection with his custody arrangements. Officials have emphasized their commitment to ensuring strict compliance with judicial directives.
The DILG chief's inspection underscores the government's responsibility in overseeing correctional facilities and maintaining standards set by the courts. The New Quezon City Jail has undergone review to confirm it meets all necessary specifications for housing high-profile detainees.