🕓 Last Updated: January 24, 2024, 1:19 pm (PH time)
February 9, 2024, was declared an “additional” special non-working day throughout the country for a “longer weekend.”
President Marcos, Jr. approved the 9th of February 2024, as an “additional” special non-working day throughout the country, the Proclamation 453 stated, which was signed on January 18, 2024.
It will give chance to celebrate the Chinese New Year 2024, which falls on Saturday, February 10, 2024, taking advantage of a “longer weekend,” the Proclamation 453 stated further.
Meanwhile, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is directed to issue a circular for the guidelines of the implementation in the private sectors.
Previously, on Dec. 12, 2023, a guideline on pay rules was issued through Labor Advisory 27 for compliance of employers and workers on the proper payment of wages.
Regel Javines is the founder and editor of The Philippine Pundit. Born in Leyte and raised by struggle, he writes truth from the margins—with conviction, clarity, and conscience. His work explores the intersections of politics, spirituality, and life’s deeper questions. Blogging since 2011, Regel has contributed incisive political analysis to global citizen journalism platforms, giving voice to stories often left unheard.