Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 197)
Proclamation No. 197 declares Tuesday, 24 October 2023, a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Pili, Province of Camarines Sur, in observance of the Cimmarones Festival.
Declaring a special (non-working) day allows the people of the Municipality of Pili to fully celebrate and participate in the Cimmarones Festival with appropriate ceremonies without the usual work obligations.
The Executive Secretary has the authority to declare special (non-working) days by the power granted by the President of the Philippines, as exemplified by the issuance of Proclamation No. 197.
The legal effect of such a proclamation is that government offices and certain private entities observe the day as a holiday, and employees are generally given the day off, often with specific pay rules under Philippine labor laws.
No, Proclamation No. 197 specifically declares the special (non-working) day only in the Municipality of Pili within the Province of Camarines Sur.
The festival being celebrated is the Cimmarones Festival.
The declaration ensures that residents can participate fully in cultural and traditional celebrations, promotes tourism, and preserves local heritage and identity.
Tuesday, 24 October 2023.
The declaration must be made through an official proclamation signed by the Executive Secretary by authority of the President, specifying the date and locality concerned, and published accordingly to inform the public.