Government Office Hours Prescription EO 251

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Government Office Hours Prescription EO 251

Law: Executive Order No. 251

Decision Date: Jun 26, 1957

Carlos P. Garcia establishes official government office hours from 8 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday, while allowing department heads to extend hours and require overtime as needed, effective July 1, 1957.

Law Summary

Prescribed Office Hours

Office hours are set from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon.
Afternoon office hours run from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
The working days covered are Monday to Friday.

Authority to Modify Office Hours

The head of any department, bureau, or office has the authority to extend daily labor hours.
This extension can apply to any or all employees under their supervision.
Overtime work may be required not only on regular workdays but also on holidays.
Adjustments must align with the interests of public service.

Effective Date

The prescribed office hours and conditions take effect on July 1, 1957.

Legal Basis

The order is issued under the authority granted by section 562 of the Revised Administrative Code.
This section is amended by Republic Act No. 1880, approved June 21, 1957.

Official Signatories

Signed by President Carlos P. Garcia.
Validated by Executive Secretary Fortunato De Leon.

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