PROCLAMATION NO. 257

: The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare a special (non-working) day, usually exercised through the Office of the Executive Secretary.
: The declaration means that employees in the City of Cabuyao are entitled to the observance of a special non-working day, which affects pay rules under the Philippine Labor Code for work performed on this day.
: No, the proclamation applies only to the City of Cabuyao, Province of Laguna.
: Lucas P. Bersamin, the Executive Secretary, signed Proclamation No. 257 by authority of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
: The seal affixed signifies the official and legal authenticity of the proclamation document.
: Friday, August 4, 2023, was declared as a special (non-working) day.
: A special (non-working) day is a day declared by the government when work is usually suspended except for public utilities, and pay rules differ from regular holidays.
: Yes, under the Labor Code, employees who work on a special (non-working) day are entitled to additional compensation, typically 30% more than their regular daily wage.
: The President may declare local special days through proclamations to honor significant events specific to cities or provinces, as part of the exercise of executive powers.