June 20, 2011 Declared a Non Working Holiday in the Philippines

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On June 19, 2011, the Philippines will be celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal. As requested by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, Malacanang declared June 20, 2011 a non-working holiday, "to give all Filipinos the opportunity to commemorate Rizal’s patriotic deeds and sacrifices for the country, rekindle their admiration and respect for him, and to celebrate this milestone with appropriate ceremonies." Here is a copy of Proclamation No. 154.

Executive Secretary Paquito N. Ochoa Jr. said Proclamation No. 154, signed by President Benigno Aquino III on April 26, moved the commemoration to June 20 instead of June 19, which falls on a Sunday, on recommendation of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) to allow more people to participate in various activities related to the event.