Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 315)
Proclamation No. 315 declares Friday, September 8, 2023, as a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Loon, Province of Bohol, in celebration of the SidlaKasilak Festival.
It recognizes the SidlaKasilak Festival, also known as the festival of lights, showcasing the rich and unique cultural heritage of the Municipality of Loon, Bohol.
Declaring a special (non-working) day means that workers in the specified locality are generally not required to work, and if they do, they are entitled to additional compensation under Philippine labor laws.
Employees who work on a special (non-working) day are entitled to compensation at least 130% of their regular pay for the first eight hours, unless otherwise specified by law or company policy.
Proclamation No. 315 applies only to the Municipality of Loon in the Province of Bohol.
The Executive Secretary can issue proclamations by authority of the President, including declaring special non-working days for specific localities to acknowledge significant events or festivals.
The purpose is to give the people of the Municipality of Loon the full opportunity to participate in and enjoy the SidlaKasilak Festival celebrations.
The SidlaKasilak Festival is a local cultural event specific to the Municipality of Loon, Province of Bohol.
The seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed on the proclamation.