Proclamation of Dec 26, 2023 as Special Non-Working Day

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PROCLAMATION NO. 425: Proclamation of Dec 26, 2023 as Special Non-Working Day

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Proclamation of Dec 26, 2023 as Special Non-Working Day

Law: Proclamation No. 425

Decision Date: Dec 12, 2023

Proclamation No. 425 declares December 26, 2023, as a special non-working day throughout the Philippines to allow people to celebrate Christmas with their families and promote domestic tourism.

Law Summary

Context and Justification

Occurs immediately after Christmas Day, which falls on Monday, 25 December 2023, a regular holiday nationwide.
The additional non-working day provides the public with an extended holiday to celebrate with families and loved ones fully.
Intends to promote family cohesion and strengthen societal relationships.
Aims to encourage domestic tourism by creating a longer weekend.

Authority and Implementation

The declaration was made by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is directed to issue an appropriate circular to guide the private sector on the implementation of this proclamation.

Formalities and Execution

The proclamation includes the signing by the President and the Executive Secretary.
The seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed to formalize the declaration.
The date and place of the proclamation are clearly stated as Manila, 12 December 2023.

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