DOLE reminds firms on May 9 holiday pay rules

Private companies are reminded by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to provide their employees who will report to work on May 9, the election day, an additional 30 percent of their daily wage.

This additional pay is mandated by law following Malacañang's proclamation of May 9 as a non-working holiday.

DOLE Secretary Silvestre Bello III encouraged registered voters to exercise their right to suffrage and get compensated if they work after voting.

For work rendered on the special holiday, employees are entitled to an additional 30 percent of their basic wage for the first eight hours.

Overtime work on May 9 will be compensated with an additional 30 percent of the employee's hourly rate.