Former Ma Ying-jeou Foundation Employee Alleges Workplace Bullying; Taipei Labor Bureau Monitoring
The mother of a former Ma Ying-jeou Foundation employee, Wang Kuang-tzu, announced plans to report workplace bullying to the Taipei Labor Bureau. The Bureau stated it has not yet received a complaint but will monitor the situation and review the foundation's handling mechanisms. While current law requires internal complaints, new regulations effective in July will allow direct complaints to authorities.
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The mother of Wang Kuang-tzu, a former employee of the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation, announced today that she will report workplace bullying to the Taipei Labor Bureau. The Labor Bureau stated that it has not yet received a complaint but will continue to monitor the situation closely. If a complaint is received, it will investigate whether the foundation has established relevant handling mechanisms.
The Ma Ying-jeou Foundation filed criminal charges against former employees Wang Kuang-tzu and Hsiao Hsu-tsen today. Wang's mother subsequently released an "Open Letter to Former President Ma," stating that after 2024, Wang was forced to take care of Ma Ying-jeou in addition to his original work, causing him enough stress to suffer from depression and anxiety. She further alleged that he was subjected to treatment such as being forced to kneel and kowtow, and being attacked by choking. She intends to report the workplace bullying to the Taipei Labor Bureau and seek relief through judicial channels.
Kuomintang Taipei City Councilor Chin Hui-chu raised concerns about this case during the Taipei City Council's general interpellation today, asking what administrative assistance the city government can provide if similar incidents occur, even if the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation is not registered in Taipei City.
Taipei Labor Bureau Director Wang Chiu-tsu replied that the Labor Bureau maintains a zero-tolerance attitude toward any bullying incidents. However, according to current regulations, the employee must file a complaint, and the employer has the obligation to investigate and handle it.
Wang Chiu-tsu said that the Labor Bureau has not yet received any complaints but will continue to monitor the situation. If a complaint is received, it will look into whether the foundation has established a complaint and handling mechanism for illegal infringement.
The Taipei Labor Inspection Office explained that the "Occupational Safety and Health Act" has added a chapter on workplace bullying. For cases where employees are bullied by the highest person in charge of the business unit, the new law stipulates that employees can file a complaint with the local labor authority. This is expected to take effect in July. Under current regulations, if a worker suffers from illegal infringement, they should follow internal complaint procedures, and the employer should accept, investigate, and handle the case.
The Ma Ying-jeou Foundation filed criminal charges against former employees Wang Kuang-tzu and Hsiao Hsu-tsen today. Wang's mother subsequently released an "Open Letter to Former President Ma," stating that after 2024, Wang was forced to take care of Ma Ying-jeou in addition to his original work, causing him enough stress to suffer from depression and anxiety. She further alleged that he was subjected to treatment such as being forced to kneel and kowtow, and being attacked by choking. She intends to report the workplace bullying to the Taipei Labor Bureau and seek relief through judicial channels.
Kuomintang Taipei City Councilor Chin Hui-chu raised concerns about this case during the Taipei City Council's general interpellation today, asking what administrative assistance the city government can provide if similar incidents occur, even if the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation is not registered in Taipei City.
Taipei Labor Bureau Director Wang Chiu-tsu replied that the Labor Bureau maintains a zero-tolerance attitude toward any bullying incidents. However, according to current regulations, the employee must file a complaint, and the employer has the obligation to investigate and handle it.
Wang Chiu-tsu said that the Labor Bureau has not yet received any complaints but will continue to monitor the situation. If a complaint is received, it will look into whether the foundation has established a complaint and handling mechanism for illegal infringement.
The Taipei Labor Inspection Office explained that the "Occupational Safety and Health Act" has added a chapter on workplace bullying. For cases where employees are bullied by the highest person in charge of the business unit, the new law stipulates that employees can file a complaint with the local labor authority. This is expected to take effect in July. Under current regulations, if a worker suffers from illegal infringement, they should follow internal complaint procedures, and the employer should accept, investigate, and handle the case.
FAQ
How does the Taipei Labor Bureau handle workplace bullying complaints?
Under current law, internal complaints are required, but direct complaints to authorities will be possible from July.