Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 495)
Proclamation No. 495 declares Wednesday, 20 March 2024, as a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Mayantoc, Province of Tarlac.
The special non-working day was declared to celebrate the Natan-Ok Mayantoc Kankanen Festival in the Municipality of Mayantoc.
A special (non-working) day means that work is not required, but employees who work on that day are typically entitled to compensation as provided under Philippine labor laws and existing rules on holidays and rest days.
No, it specifically applies only to the Municipality of Mayantoc, Province of Tarlac.
The President of the Philippines, through the Executive Secretary or other authorized officials, has the authority to declare special (non-working) days.
Affixing the seal authenticates the document as an official government proclamation, giving it legal effect and public notice.
A 'special (non-working) day' is a holiday where work is generally suspended and employees are given the day off with or without pay depending on the circumstances under the labor law.
The proclamation is issued publicly and documented legally; it is signed and made official, which facilitates dissemination through government and public channels.
The Executive Secretary acts by authority of the President, as empowered under the Constitution and relevant administrative laws to issue proclamations for special or national holidays.