PROCLAMATION NO. 968

: A special (non-working) day can be declared by the President or an authorized Executive Secretary through a proclamation, usually to recognize significant local events or celebrations.
: The declaration was made to honor Lipa City's fiesta in celebration of its patron saint, St. Sebastian.
: On a special (non-working) day, employees are generally not required to work, and if they do, they may be entitled to additional compensation as provided by labor laws.
: No, the Executive Secretary issues such proclamations by authority of the President.
: Mentioning the city fiesta and patron saint justifies the special (non-working) day by highlighting the cultural and religious importance to the local community.
: It was signed in the City of Manila on January 13, 2006.
: Joaquin C. Lagonera signed as the Senior Deputy Executive Secretary.
: Such proclamations officially recognize and enforce a non-working day in the specified locality, and local government units must comply with this declaration.
: No, a special (non-working) day differs from a regular holiday; it usually does not mandate mandatory rest but allows for additional pay if employees work, whereas regular holidays generally mandate rest days with pay.