Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 25)
Proclamation No. 25 declares Thursday, 11 August 2022, as a special (non-working) day in the Province of Samar.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare special (non-working) days, typically exercised through the Executive Secretary.
The special (non-working) day was declared to commemorate the declaration of Samar as a province.
A special (non-working) day allows people to celebrate a significant occasion with appropriate ceremonies, and work is generally suspended for the day.
Yes, the celebrations and participation are subject to the public health measures mandated by the national government.
Victor D. Rodriguez, the Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation by authority of the President.
The proclamation was signed on July 28, 2022.
Affixing the seal signifies the official and authentic enactment of the proclamation as a government order or declaration.
The Executive Secretary exercises authority delegated by the President to sign proclamations and other official documents.
No, it specifically applies only to the Province of Samar.