Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 523)
Proclamation No. 523 declares Wednesday, 15 May 2024, a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Lucban, Province of Quezon, in celebration of the Pahiyas Festival.
Declaring a special (non-working) day generally means that employees are not required to work, and if they do, they may be entitled to additional compensation as provided under Philippine labor laws.
The special (non-working) day is applicable only in the Municipality of Lucban, Province of Quezon.
The Pahiyas Festival is the event being celebrated on 15 May 2024, which serves as the basis for declaring the day as a special (non-working) day in Lucban.
In this case, the Executive Secretary issued the proclamation by authority of the President of the Philippines, who has the power to declare special (non-working) days.
No, the proclamation specifically applies only to the Municipality of Lucban, Province of Quezon.
The purpose is to give the people of Lucban the full opportunity to participate in and enjoy the Pahiyas Festival celebration.
The Executive Secretary acts on authority granted by the President, as stated in the proclamation itself, which is common practice under the President’s delegated powers.
No, Proclamation No. 523 does not specify any penalties for non-compliance. It only declares the special (non-working) day.