Ulsan Office of Education Issues 'Integrity Violation Alert' Ahead of Chuseok

From the 26th to the 22nd of Next Month, Fostering an Integrity-Driven Public Service Culture

Guidance on Amendments to the Improper Solicitation and Graft Act, Gift Regulations and Scope

The Ulsan Metropolitan Office of Education (Superintendent Cheon Changsu) has issued a "Clean Conduct Violation Advisory" from the 26th of this month to the 22nd of next month to establish discipline among public officials and foster a culture of integrity ahead of the Chuseok holiday.

The Clean Conduct Violation Advisory is one of Ulsan Office of Education's anti-corruption measures that aims to raise awareness and establish a culture of integrity among public officials by informing them of possible corruption risks during vulnerable periods, as well as relevant laws such as the Improper Solicitation and Graft Act and the Code of Conduct for Public Officials.

In preparation for Chuseok, the Ulsan Office of Education will focus on inspecting the prohibition of customary gifts, entertainment, and various conveniences exchanged between public officials and related parties, as well as the prohibition of delays in civil service processing, unauthorized absences from the workplace, and poor attendance that may occur in the festive atmosphere. Any acts of corruption are to be reported to the agency's anti-solicitation officer or auditor.

The Office also provided information on the revised Enforcement Decree of the Improper Solicitation and Graft Act, which raises the allowable value of food and beverages to 50,000 won starting from the 27th, as well as the "Understanding Chuseok Gifts" card news produced by the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission, to help public officials easily understand the regulations and scope of gifts under the law.

Kim Kyunghee, Auditor, stated, "Integrity is the most important virtue for public officials, and small actions accumulate to create an honest public sector," adding, "With the issuance of this Clean Conduct Violation Advisory and the continued implementation of integrity policies, the Ulsan Office of Education will further enhance the integrity of education in Ulsan and realize an educational administration trusted by citizens."

The Ulsan Office of Education also plans to organize an internal inspection team composed of audit officials to conduct inspections before and after the Chuseok holiday period.

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