Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 79)
The President's power to declare special (non-working) days is vested by the Constitution of the Philippines.
It is intended to strengthen family ties and promote domestic tourism.
Yes, it declares Monday, 31 October 2022, as a non-working day throughout the country, which may affect work and business schedules.
Yes, Proclamation No. 1236 dated 29 October 2021 declared November 1, 2022, as a Special (Non-Working) Day throughout the Philippines.
Proclamation No. 79 complements Proclamation No. 1236 by declaring the preceding day, October 31, 2022, as a special non-working day, enhancing the observance of All Saints’ Day on November 1.
The Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, authenticated the proclamation and is responsible for its publication and implementation.
It was signed in the City of Manila on October 18, 2022.
No, the proclamation itself does not specify penalties for non-compliance with the declaration of the special non-working day.