Occasion and Purpose of Declaration
- The special day commemorates the 50th Dinagsa Festival celebrated by the City of Cadiz.
- The declaration aims to allow residents and all people in the City of Cadiz to fully participate in and enjoy the festival festivities.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, acting by authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- The official act includes the affixing of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to authenticate the proclamation.
Implications of the Special (Non-Working) Day
- As a special (non-working) day, work is generally suspended, but this does not necessarily entail the same rules as a regular holiday or special holiday with compensation unless otherwise provided by law or employer policies.
- Employers and employees in the City of Cadiz must adhere to existing labor and compensation rules applicable to special (non-working) days.
Formality and Execution
- The proclamation is dated 6 December 2023 and completed with the signature of the Executive Secretary in Manila.
- This formal execution underscores the official and binding nature of the special day declaration.