Suspension of Work in All Government Offices, Including GOCCs on March 31, 2010, at 12:00 noon
Memorandum Circular No. 190, issued on March 31, 2010, mandates the suspension of work in all government offices, including government-owned and controlled corporations, starting at 12:00 noon to allow citizens to observe Holy Week traditions. Essential government agencies are required to maintain a skeletal workforce to ensure the continuity of vital services. The Circular is effective immediately.
March 31, 2010
MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 190
In order to give the people the full and uninterrupted opportunity to ponder the significance of the Holy Week and to properly observe its traditions with religious fervor, work in all government offices, including government-owned and controlled corporations, will be suspended today, March 31, 2010 at 12:00 noon. Government agencies performing vital functions shall, however, maintain a skeletal work force to ensure delivery of services and continuity of their operations. IDSaTE
This Circular shall take effect immediately.
Manila, March 31, 2010