Personnel Whose Services are Terminated.
Article 339
ART. 339. Personnel Whose Services are Terminated. — Personnel of agencies or any of their subordinate units whose services are terminated as a result of the implementation of this Code shall enjoy the rights and protection provided in Sections 5 and 6 of Republic Act Numbered Fifty-four Hundred Thirty-five and such other pertinent laws, rules and regulations. In any case, no layoff shall be effected until funds to cover the gratuity and/or retirement benefits of those laid off are duly certified as available.