Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 506)
A special (non-working) day in a municipality can be declared by the President of the Philippines or by an authorized official such as the Executive Secretary, usually through a proclamation, to allow the community to observe significant local occasions like town fiestas.
The President of the Philippines, or an authorized representative such as the Executive Secretary, has the authority to declare special (non-working) days through official proclamations.
A special (non-working) day is a day declared by the government where work is generally suspended to allow the public to participate in or celebrate a specific occasion. It differs from a regular holiday, often meaning work stoppage is not mandatory but is encouraged.
Proclamation No. 506 declares the celebration of the Town Fiesta of the Municipality of Santa Catalina, Province of Negros Oriental, on April 25, 2024.
Declaring a special (non-working) day for a town fiesta allows residents to participate fully in the cultural and religious celebrations, promote local identity, and enhance community solidarity.
Thursday, April 25, 2024.
Employers may opt to observe the special day with work suspension. If employees work, pay rules depend on labor laws regarding special non-working days, usually involving premium pay.
No, it applies specifically to the Municipality of Santa Catalina, Province of Negros Oriental.
The proclamation is disseminated to relevant government offices, local government units, and the public to ensure awareness and observance of the declared special non-working day.
The Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, signed the proclamation by authority of the President, making the declaration official and enforceable.