Understanding Night Differential Pay and Adjustments to Working Hours Under Philippine Labor Law

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Letter to Attorney

Dear Attorney,

I would like to seek clarification on whether night differential rates apply if an employee’s work schedule, previously set from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., was adjusted to a shift from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., essentially resulting in a new shift of 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Could you provide guidance on whether this adjusted schedule qualifies for night differential pay, and what relevant factors should be considered under Philippine labor law regarding night shift differentials?

Thank you very much for your assistance.

Sincerely,
A Concerned Employee