Occasion for the Declaration
- The declaration coincides with the opening day of the Tigtigan Terakan Keng Dalan Festival.
- The festival celebrates the recovery of Angeles City from the devastating eruption of Mount Pinatubo in June 1991.
Purpose and Rationale
- The special day is intended to allow the residents of Angeles City full opportunity to participate in the festival.
- It encourages the community to enjoy and commemorate their city’s recovery and cultural heritage.
Authority and Signatory
- The proclamation is issued by Lucas P. Bersamin, Executive Secretary.
- It is done under the authority delegated by the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
Formalities of the Proclamation
- The document bears the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
- It was signed and enacted in the City of Manila on 11 October 2023.
Scope and Application
- The special (non-working) day declaration applies only within the territorial jurisdiction of the City of Angeles.
- It does not extend to the entire province of Pampanga or other regions.
Legal Implications
- As a special (non-working) day, employees in Angeles City are generally entitled to the benefits and conditions governed by existing labor laws for such days.
- Work performed during this day may be subject to additional compensation in accordance with the Philippine Labor Code and applicable rules.