Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 542)
Proclamation No. 542 declares Monday, February 11, 2013, as a special (non-working) day in the City of Talisay, Province of Negros Occidental, in celebration of its 14th Charter Day anniversary.
Declaring a special (non-working) day means that it is recognized as a holiday where work is suspended, but it is not a regular holiday. Employees who work on this day may be entitled to benefits or compensation under applicable labor laws.
Only the City of Talisay in the Province of Negros Occidental is affected by Proclamation No. 542.
February 11, 2013, marks the 14th Charter Day anniversary of the City of Talisay.
The President of the Philippines, through the Executive Secretary, has the authority to declare special non-working days by Proclamation.
The purpose is to allow the people of the City of Talisay to fully participate in the celebration of their Charter Day anniversary with appropriate ceremonies.
No, it specifically applies only to the City of Talisay, Province of Negros Occidental.
A special (non-working) day generally results in no work and no pay unless employees work, in which case they may receive additional pay. A regular holiday typically mandates paid day off regardless of work.