MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reverted to a five-day workweek beginning June 1, ending its temporary compressed workweek arrangement adopted earlier this year.
The move followed the signing of a memorandum by Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino on May 28, restoring the standard workweek across all bureaus, services, regional offices, and attached agencies of the department.
The agency shifted to a compressed workweek in compliance with Office of the President Memorandum Circular No. 114 which directed government offices to implement energy conservation measures amid global market uncertainties.
The presidential directive encouraged government agencies to reduce energy consumption and allowed alternative work arrangements, including a four-day workweek.