PROCLAMATION NO. 425

: Proclamation No. 425, dated December 12, 2023, is a declaration by the President of the Philippines declaring December 26, 2023, as a special (non-working) day throughout the country.
: December 26, 2023, is declared as a special (non-working) day in the Philippines to extend the Christmas holiday celebration period and promote family bonding and domestic tourism.
: It was declared to give people the full opportunity to celebrate the holidays with their families, strengthen relationships, and promote domestic tourism.
: Yes, the proclamation states that December 26, 2023, is declared a special (non-working) day throughout the country.
: The Department of Labor and Employment is directed to issue the appropriate circular to implement the proclamation for the private sector.
: December 25, 2023 (Christmas Day) is a regular holiday falling on a Monday; the proclamation adds December 26 as a special non-working day to extend the holiday period.
: The President exercises powers vested by law to declare special (non-working) days through proclamations.
: It is declared a special (non-working) day, not a regular holiday.
: The proclamation anticipates that the extended holiday will strengthen family relationships and promote domestic tourism, leading to a better society.