Suspension of Work in Government and of Classes at All Levels on October 16, 2017 Due to Transport Strike
Memorandum Circular No. 28, issued on October 15, 2017, announces the suspension of work in all government offices and classes in public and private educational institutions on October 16, 2017, due to a nationwide transport strike. The decision also allows heads of other branches of government, constitutional commissions, and independent bodies to determine their own work suspension. Private companies are encouraged to exercise discretion regarding their operations, considering employee safety and convenience. The memorandum serves as guidance for affected entities.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Memorandum Circular No. 28
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Presidential Issuances
- Subcategory
- Memorandum Circulars
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
October 15, 2017
MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 28
In view of the planned nationwide transport strike tomorrow, work in government, both national and local, and classes at all levels, both public and private, including state universities and colleges, are hereby suspended on Monday, 16 October 2017.
The suspension of work in the other branches of government, as well as in constitutional commissions and other independent bodies, is left to the discretion of their respective heads.
The suspension of work in private companies and offices is likewise left to the sound discretion of their responsible executive officers, taking into account the safety and convenience of their employees.
For your information and guidance. aDSIHc
Manila, October 15, 2017.
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Suspension of Work in Government and of Classes at All Levels on October 16, 2017 Due to Transport Strike, Memorandum Circular No. 28, Oct 15, 2017 (Philippines)
Suspension of Work in Government and of Classes at All Levels on October 16, 2017 Due to Transport Strike, Memorandum Circular No. 28 (Phil. 2017)
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