Choi Hyunduk Signs Policy Agreement with Construction Union... "Taking the Lead in Protecting Construction Workers' Rights"

Choi Hyunduk, Candidate for Mayor of Namyangju

Signs Policy Agreement with the Construction Workers' Union of KCTU to "Protect Construction Workers' Rights"

Pledges Key Initiatives Including "Priority Employment for Local Residents and Regular Labor-Management-Government Consultations"

Choi Hyunduk, the Democratic Party candidate for Mayor of Namyangju, has joined forces with the labor sector to improve the rights and interests of local construction workers and to create a safer work environment.

Candidate Choi Hyunduk is holding a meeting with the Northern Seoul Metropolitan Area Headquarters of the National Construction Labor Union under the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions' Construction Industry Federation (Head Han Jongtak) at his campaign headquarters on the 15th. Provided by Namyangju City

On May 15, Candidate Choi Hyunduk held a meeting at his campaign headquarters with the Northern Seoul Metropolitan Area Headquarters of the National Construction Workers' Union, affiliated with the Construction Industry Federation of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (Head Han Jongtak), where they signed a 'policy agreement' focused on revitalizing the construction industry in Namyangju and enhancing the social status of construction workers.

This agreement was established based on the shared understanding of both parties that employment stability and fair treatment for skilled local construction workers are key to the virtuous cycle of the local economy.

The main points of the policy agreement signed that day include: ▲ promoting 'local residents' priority employment and local equipment priority participation' at construction sites in Namyangju; ▲ strengthening on-site inspections and administrative measures against illegal employment and illegal subcontracting; and ▲ conducting a comprehensive review of the use of standard labor contracts and the implementation of the proper wage system at publicly commissioned sites.

In particular, Candidate Choi Hyunduk pledged to move away from document-centered inspections and to establish a practical management and oversight system that includes on-site inspections and interviews with workers, as well as to carefully ensure that tower crane and construction machinery rental fees are paid appropriately.

Both sides also agreed to realize 'direct democracy with the participation of local workers' by: ▲ forming a committee to revitalize the construction industry in Namyangju and regularizing labor-management-government consultations; and ▲ operating consultative bodies to enhance safety at construction sites and prevent substandard construction. This reflects a commitment to laying the institutional foundation for construction workers to participate as key stakeholders in Namyangju's construction policies, rather than being seen merely as employees.

Candidate Choi Hyunduk emphasized, "Although the sweat of construction workers has laid the foundation for Namyangju's development, their fair treatment and safety have not been adequately guaranteed. I will faithfully implement the policy tasks agreed upon today during my term to eradicate illegal practices and to usher in a 'citizen sovereignty era' where the value of labor is truly respected."

The National Construction Workers' Union also responded, "We welcome Candidate Choi Hyunduk's deep understanding of the construction field and his commitment to policy. We will work together for the healthy development of the construction industry in Namyangju."

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