Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 428)
Proclamation No. 428 declares Tuesday, January 23, 2024, as a special (non-working) day in the Province of Bulacan to commemorate the anniversary of the inauguration of the First Philippine Republic.
January 23 marks the anniversary of the inauguration of the First Philippine Republic which took place at the Barasoain Church, Malolos, Bulacan.
A 'special (non-working) day' means that work is generally suspended, but employees who work on this day are entitled to receive additional compensation as provided by labor laws.
The President of the Philippines, or an authorized Executive Secretary on his behalf, has the authority to declare special non-working days.
The proclamation applies exclusively to the Province of Bulacan.
Employees who do not work on a special non-working day are generally not entitled to their daily wage, unless there is a favorable company policy or collective bargaining agreement. Those who work on that day are entitled to an additional 30% of their daily wage for the first eight hours of work.
The purpose is to allow the people of Bulacan to fully participate in and enjoy the celebration of the anniversary of the First Philippine Republic's inauguration.
Proclamation No. 428 is specific to a single day—Tuesday, January 23, 2024.