Chilgok County Council Member Shim Cheongbo Proposes "Chilgok County Personnel Hearing Ordinance"

Enhancing Transparency and Fairness
in the Appointment of Public Institution Heads

Shim Cheongbo, a member of the Chilgok County Council in North Gyeongsang Province, sponsored the "Chilgok County Personnel Hearing Ordinance" at the 312th temporary session of the Chilgok County Council's second plenary meeting to enhance transparency and fairness in the appointment of heads of public institutions under Chilgok County. The ordinance bill was passed in its original form.

Shim Cheongbo member of the National Assembly. Photo by Kim Ihwan

This ordinance covers the overall operation of personnel hearings by the council regarding the appointment of the chairperson of public corporations established by Chilgok County (or the president of such corporations) and the heads of institutions funded or invested in by Chilgok County.

The main contents include: ▲ the scope of candidates subject to personnel hearings ▲ the composition and activities of the Special Committee on Personnel Hearings ▲ methods for operating the personnel hearings ▲ measures for the public nature, fairness, and efficiency of the hearings.

Shim Cheongbo stated, "Personnel appointments by local governments are important matters that directly affect the lives of residents," and added, "By institutionalizing transparent and fair personnel verification procedures, we will enhance public trust and realize responsible administration."

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