White Ribbon March participants told: Ensure peace, cleanliness

MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Sunday reminded participants of the White Ribbon March at the Edsa People Power Monument to observe peace and order and help keep the venue clean, as at least 10,000 people are expected to take part in the event.

QCPD spokesperson Maj. Jennifer Gannaban issued the reminder as the crowd estimate for the march had already reached 3,500 as of 2:30 p.m.

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“We remind everyone participating in this activity to please comply with the provisions of the memorandum of understanding that they signed,” Gannaban said in a chance interview with reporters.

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“We hope everyone will help maintain order and cleanliness. Their agreement states that bringing plastic bottles is prohibited and that no trash should be left behind after the activity,” she added.

She also urged participants of the protest to follow the authorities implementing safety measures around the area.

Asked how many officers had been deployed so far for the event, Gannaban said at least 1,500 officers had been deployed at the People Power Monument to ensure safety and order.

This figure, she added, already included support and emergency personnel.

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Gannaban said the event is expected to end around 8 p.m. based on the participating groups’ permits, but assured the public that police officers would remain in the area until protesters completely disperse.

Several religious and civil society groups organized the White Ribbon March to urge the government to hold erring officials accountable, pass a genuine anti-dynasty bill, and to reform the electoral process.

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The Philippine National Police – National Capital Region Police Office previously said that over 9,500 cops in total will be deployed across Metro Manila for the event.

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