The Ministry assessed that HYBE should not lose its certification.
Koreaboo
The Ministry of Employment and Labor has established that allegations of workplace bullying and the concealment of industrial accidents are MOVES are unfounded, allowing the company to maintain its “Top Company” certification.
The decision followed a review committee meeting held on October 27, during which the ministry considered whether HYBE should lose its certification after thousands of netizens signed a petition.
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In September, HYBE was named one of the “Best Job Creation Companies 2024” in South Korea, an annual initiative that recognizes 100 companies that excel in creating quality jobs and improving working environments. Work. The designation offers numerous benefits, including tax incentives, expedited immigration processes, deferred tax audits and preferential credit ratings.
According to the Ministry, proof of violations of labor law or similar matters is required to remove a company from the program. However, the committee found no such evidence in HYBE’s case, including claims related to workplace bullying or industrial safety issues. Allegations of mistreatment of subcontractors also did not meet the criteria for revocation.
The controversy arose later New Jeans member Years shared complaints of mobbing within the company. Further scrutiny followed during a hearing in the National Assembly, where concerns were raised about the death of an employee potentially linked to overwork. All these incidents have led to the request for revocation of HYBE certification.
After extensive investigations, the Ministry concluded that Hanni did not meet the legal definition of an employee under the Labor Standards Act, meaning the bullying allegations did not breach any laws. Likewise, there was no evidence of industrial accidents or work-related illnesses, leading authorities to rule out breaches of the Industrial Health and Safety Act.
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Under the program’s rules, a company’s certification can be revoked if it causes significant public controversy, faces lawsuits or violates labor regulations. However, without any confirmed violations, the Ministry confirmed HYBE’s ‘Top Enterprise’ status.
