Law Summary
Occasion for the Declaration
- The special day commemorates the 85th Founding Anniversary of the Municipality of Cuartero.
- This celebration marks an important milestone in the history of the municipality.
Purpose and Rationale
- The declaration aims to grant the residents of Cuartero full opportunity to participate in the anniversary events.
- It ensures that the local community can freely partake in the celebrations without work obligations.
Authority and Legal Effect
- The declaration is issued by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- The proclamation is formalized with the affixing of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
Formalities and Effective Date
- The proclamation was signed in the City of Manila on 30 June 2023.
- The effective date of the special non-working day is 23 August 2023 specifically for the Municipality of Cuartero.
Implications for Work and Labor
- Being a special (non-working) day, employees in the Municipality of Cuartero are generally entitled to additional compensation if they work on this day according to Philippine labor laws.
- Employers in the municipality must comply with rules governing work on special non-working days, including appropriate pay or benefits arrangements.
Scope Limitation
- The non-working day status is limited solely to the Municipality of Cuartero and does not affect other areas outside its jurisdiction.