There may be a need for a Code of Conduct for Bloggers

[MikeLigalig.com]

THE HONORABLE SALVADOR B. BELARO, JR.
1-Ang Edukasyon Party-list
Assistant Majority Leader
House of Representatives

REACTION TO STATEMENTS OF BLOGGERS AT THE SENATE HEARING

There may be a need for a Code of Conduct for Bloggers â€" Rep. Belaro

I observed what transpired at the Senate hearing where some bloggers now in the employ of government agencies made various statements. I also took note of the various comments in social media about those statements.

I now sense that there may be a need for a CODE OF CONDUCT to govern how these bloggers go about their tasks as communicators of government policy, programs, and projects. As government employees, they should follow ethical standards and adhere to evidence-based methods.

There is no group or association that represents bloggers. Apparently, there is a new association of government information officers. http://pia.gov.ph/news/articles/1000280     

I will seek to consult the ranks of the bloggers and public information officers as soon as I have identified who can appropriately advise.