QuestionsQuestions (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 240)
Proclamation No. 550 is a declaration by the President of the Philippines, through the Executive Secretary, that Thursday, August 16, 2018, is a special (non-working) day in the City of Tuguegarao for the celebration of the Pavvurulun "Afi" Festival.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare special (non-working) days, as exemplified by the issuance of proclamations signed or effected through the Executive Secretary.
Declaring a special (non-working) day allows the people of the city or locality to fully participate and celebrate a significant local event or festival with appropriate ceremonies, recognizing its cultural or historical importance.
The City of Tuguegarao was affected, as August 16, 2018 was declared a special (non-working) day there.
The declaration was for the celebration of the Pavvurulun "Afi" Festival, marked on August 18, 2018.
The special (non-working) day was declared for Thursday, August 16, 2018.
No, the special (non-working) day is limited only to the City of Tuguegarao as stated in the proclamation.
The Executive Secretary acted as the authorized official to sign and announce the proclamation on behalf of the President.
Declaring a special (non-working) day typically entitles employees within the declared area to benefits and compensation as prescribed by law, such as premium pays if they work on that day, according to the Labor Code and implementing rules.
Yes, important cultural festivals like the Pavvurulun "Afi" Festival can be grounds for declaring special (non-working) days to allow participation and celebration.