Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 320)
Proclamation No. 320 declares Tuesday, September 5, 2023, a special (non-working) day in the City of General Santos, Province of South Cotabato, in celebration of the 25th Tuna Festival.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare a special non-working day, and such declaration is often made through the Office of the Executive Secretary.
The proclamation applies specifically to the City of General Santos in the Province of South Cotabato.
Declaring a special (non-working) day means employees are typically given the day off but may be required to work at premium rates as prescribed by Philippine labor laws, unless otherwise stated.
Lucas P. Bersamin, the Executive Secretary, signed Proclamation No. 320 by authority of the President.
Yes, the proclamation is specifically linked to the celebration of the 25th Tuna Festival in General Santos City.
The proclamation was signed on August 18, 2023.
The proclamation states it is fitting and proper that people be given the opportunity to fully participate in and enjoy the celebration, which is the rationale behind declaring a special non-working day.
No, the proclamation specifically applies only to the City of General Santos.
The proclamation is enacted by an official document signed by the Executive Secretary, bearing the seal of the Republic of the Philippines, under the authority of the President.