Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 1040)
Proclamation No. 1040 declares November 4, 2020, a special (non-working) day in the Province of Quezon to commemorate the death anniversary of its local hero Apolinario dela Cruz, also known as Hermano Puli.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare special non-working days, typically through a proclamation signed by the Executive Secretary by the President's authority.
On a special (non-working) day, government offices and most businesses may close, but employees are generally not entitled to additional pay unless specified by labor laws or agreements.
It was declared as such to honor the death anniversary of Apolinario dela Cruz (Hermano Puli), a local hero of the Province of Quezon.
The proclamation specifies that celebrations and ceremonies must observe community quarantine, social distancing, and other public health measures due to the prevailing health situation.
No, under Philippine labor laws, a special non-working day typically entitles employees to a 'no work, no pay' scheme unless the employer decides otherwise or a collective bargaining agreement or company policy provides for pay.
The Executive Secretary acts as the President's representative in issuing proclamations, enforces and attests such documents by affixing the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
Yes, special non-working days can be declared for commemorating important local holidays, special events, or significant anniversaries such as local heroes’ death anniversaries.
Community quarantine and social distancing are mandated public health protocols implemented under the Philippine government's response to public health emergencies, such as pandemics, to prevent the spread of diseases.