Lipa City Fiesta Special Non-Working Day

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PROCLAMATION NO. 968: Lipa City Fiesta Special Non-Working Day

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Lipa City Fiesta Special Non-Working Day

Law: Proclamation No. 968

Decision Date: Jan 13, 2006

A proclamation was issued to declare a special non-working day in Lipa City, allowing residents to celebrate their city fiesta in honor of St. Sebastian and promote unity, cultural heritage, and economic growth.

Purpose and Significance

The special day recognizes the cultural and religious importance of the city fiesta.
It aims to provide the people an opportunity to engage in appropriate ceremonies without work obligations.

Authority and Issuance

The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, Eduardo R. Ermita, under the authority granted by the President of the Philippines, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
The issuance officially took place in Manila on January 13, 2006.

Geographical Scope

The special (non-working) day applies exclusively to the City of Lipa.
It does not extend to other cities or provinces.

Legal Effect

Being a special (non-working) day, government offices and private establishments in Lipa City may observe the day off.
Employers are required to observe this holiday without necessarily providing the same benefits as a regular holiday, subject to existing labor laws.

Execution and Certification

The proclamation bears the signature of the Executive Secretary and is certified by the Senior Deputy Executive Secretary.
The legal force stems from the President's authority delegated through the Executive Secretary.

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