"Broadcasters Should Minimize Production Staff" KCC Urges Compliance with Quarantine Measures

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[Asia Economy Reporter Koo Chae-eun] The Korea Communications Commission has urged broadcasters to minimize production personnel and thoroughly communicate quarantine measures in response to the resurgence of COVID-19.

On the 24th, Chairman Han Sang-hyuk of the KCC stated, "If videos that do not comply with quarantine rules are broadcast, it does not reflect the serious reality where people wear masks in daily life," adding, "Since there is a concern about the spread of infection, broadcasting programs where many people gather must strictly adhere to quarantine guidelines."

Chairman Han emphasized again, "The upcoming holiday season, including year-end and New Year holidays, is a very critical period to prevent the COVID-19 crisis, so active cooperation from broadcasters is important to ensure that the public does not feel anxious while maintaining awareness of the spread of COVID-19."

In fact, as COVID-19 cases have recently surged, infections among cast members and staff have disrupted broadcasting production. In particular, complaints have been received expressing concerns about the spread of infectious diseases due to social distancing not being strictly observed during year-end award ceremonies and drama filming processes at broadcasting stations.

In response, the KCC urged that when producing programs where many people gather, it is not enough to simply avoid violating quarantine guidelines; only the minimum number of broadcasting personnel should participate. They specifically requested strict compliance with enhanced quarantine measures such as mask-wearing and distancing between performers. Additionally, as the COVID-19 crisis continues, the KCC asked for cooperation to provide reliable information to the public, as fake news causing public distrust and anxiety?such as signs of hoarding daily necessities?is spreading.

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