Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 97)
Proclamation No. 97 declares December 1, 2022, a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Cainta, Province of Rizal, to mark the celebration of the Sumbingtik Festival and its Founding Anniversary.
The President of the Philippines, or an authorized representative such as the Executive Secretary, has the authority to declare special (non-working) days through proclamations.
A special (non-working) day is a day declared by the government as a holiday where work is generally suspended, allowing people to participate in celebrations or observances, but it is distinct from regular holidays.
Lucas P. Bersamin, the Executive Secretary, signed Proclamation No. 97 on behalf of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
The Sumbingtik Festival and the Founding Anniversary of the Municipality of Cainta are the events celebrated, leading to the declaration of the special day.
Thursday, December 1, 2022.
The celebration is subject to the public health measures of the national government, ensuring safety during the observance.
The proclamation was signed in the City of Manila on November 18, 2022.
The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to signify the authenticity of the proclamation.
On a special (non-working) day, employees who do not work are generally not entitled to pay unless there is a company policy or collective bargaining agreement providing otherwise; employees who work may be entitled to additional compensation as prescribed by the Labor Code and Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) regulations.