JAKARTA - The National Police of the Republic of Indonesia (Polri) has confirmed the prohibition for all its personnel to carry out live streaming (live broadcast) on social media while on duty to maintain professionalism and the image of the institution in the public space.
"This emphasis is to build a common awareness so that members of the National Police are wise in using social media while maintaining and improving the image, credibility and reputation of the institution responsibly, professionally, proportionally, and procedurally," said the Head of Public Relations of the National Police, Inspector General of Police. Johnny Eddizon Isir quoted by Antara, Tuesday, May 5.
He said the ban policy referred to Telegram Letter Number STR/1517/VI/WAS.2/2024 which was the basis for strengthening supervision of personnel activities in the digital space, especially when carrying out their duties.
In addition, all members of the National Police are required to uphold the rules contained in the National Police Regulation Number 7 of 2022 and Government Regulation Number 2 of 2003 concerning the discipline of members of the National Police.
According to him, both regulations emphasize the importance of ethics, responsibility, and professionalism in every action, including on social media.
Regarding the use of social media, Johnny said it was still allowed, but it must be directed for public relations purposes and be under the coordination of the Public Relations function of the National Police.
"Social media can be used positively to support the performance and productivity of the National Police, especially in the public relations function. However, its use must be coordinated and not done carelessly by members while on duty," he said.
Through this policy, it is hoped that all personnel will be more disciplined and responsible in using social media so that public confidence in institutions is maintained.
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