Proclamation No. 665: New Ninoy Aquino Day Holiday 2024

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) of the Philippines has issued Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 102-2024, dated August 16, 2024. This circular is crucial for all revenue officials and employees as it announces the changes made by Proclamation No. 665, issued by the Office of the President on August 15, 2024. The proclamation amends Proclamation No. 368 S. 2023, specifically regarding the regular holidays and special (non-working) days for the year 2024.

Key Details

• Proclamation No. 665: Issued on August 15, 2024, by the Office of the President.

• Amendment: This proclamation amends Proclamation No. 368 S. 2023.

• Holiday Change: The non-working holiday for the celebration of Ninoy Aquino Day has been moved from August 21, 2024 (Wednesday) to August 23, 2024 (Friday).

Impact on Revenue Officials and Employees

The circular emphasizes the importance of this change for all revenue officials and employees. It is essential for them to be aware of this update to ensure proper observance of the new holiday schedule. The BIR encourages wide publicity of this circular to ensure that all concerned parties are informed and can plan accordingly.

Conclusion

This update is significant as it affects the scheduling of holidays for the year 2024. By moving the Ninoy Aquino Day celebration to August 23, 2024, the government aims to provide a more convenient holiday schedule for the public. All revenue officials and employees are urged to take note of this change and disseminate the information as widely as possible.

Reference: RMC No. 102-2024