Legal Authority for Declaration
- The authority for this proclamation is derived from Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code of the Philippines.
- The proclamation was issued by President Diosdado Macapagal, who exercised this power based on sufficient reasons.
Context and Purpose
- April 19 and 20, 1962, being regular public holidays, provide a basis for declaring the adjacent Saturday, April 21, 1962, as a special public holiday.
- The intent is to acknowledge a continuous holiday period, likely for social or economic benefits.
Formal Issuance and Effectivity
- The proclamation was signed by President Diosdado Macapagal on April 16, 1962, in Manila.
- The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed upon issuance.
- The Executive Secretary, Amelito R. Mutuc, countersigned the proclamation, validating its official status.
Legal and Administrative Implications
- This declaration legally establishes April 21, 1962, as a recognized special public holiday.
- It obliges government offices and relevant institutions to observe the holiday.
- It ensures no prejudice to public interests, indicating that normal operations unaffected by this declaration must continue where necessary.
Summary of Key Points
- Proclamation Date: April 16, 1962
- Declared Holiday: April 21, 1962 (Saturday)
- Existing Public Holidays Related: April 19 and 20, 1962 (Holy Thursday and Good Friday)
- Legal Basis: Section 30, Revised Administrative Code
- Presidential Issuance by: Diosdado Macapagal
- Executive Secretary: Amelito R. Mutuc