MALACANANG yesterday declared February 24 as a special non-working day in the country as part of the holiday economics after February 25 or the Edsa People Power Revolution anniversary fell on a Saturday.
The Office of Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin released Proclamation No. 167 signed yesterday declared the observance of a non-working holiday today, Friday.
It stated that the EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary which falls on February 25, a Saturday, by virtue of Proclamation 42 that was dated on August 22, 2022 was declared as a special non-working day in the country.
“Whereas, enable our countrymen to avail of the benefits of a longer weekend pursuant to the principle of holiday economics, the celebration of EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary may be moved from 25 February 2023 (Saturday) to 24 February 2023 (Friday), provided that the historical significance of EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary is maintained,” Proclamation 167 read.
It added that in declaring February 24 as a special non-working day, the Department of Labor and Employment is directed by President Marcos Jr. to issue the appropriate circular to implement the proclamation for the private sector.
