Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 431)
Proclamation No. 431 declares Friday, 02 February 2024, as a special (non-working) day in the Province of Ilocos Sur.
The declaration is to allow the people of Ilocos Sur to participate in and enjoy the celebration of their Founding Anniversary, known as the Kannawidan Festival.
The Kannawidan Festival is the celebration of the Founding Anniversary of the Province of Ilocos Sur.
As a special (non-working) day, employees are generally not required to work, and if they do work, they may be entitled to receive additional pay as prescribed under Philippine labor laws.
No, the declaration specifically applies only to the Province of Ilocos Sur.
The President of the Philippines, through the Executive Secretary, has the authority to declare special non-working days via proclamations.
Proclamation No. 431 was signed on December 27, 2023.
The affixing of the seal signifies the official and authoritative nature of the proclamation as a valid act of government.
The provincial government should disseminate information about the special non-working day to ensure public awareness and compliance with the declaration.