In response to public concerns about alleged negligence by WINNER member Song Min Ho during his social service, the Seoul Metropolitan Government has suggested a set of reforms to tighten supervision of social service workers by the Military Manpower Administration.

The proposed reforms include adjusting the number of sick days allowed based on tenure, providing incentives for unused sick leave, and introducing performance-based pay. The city also recommended empowering placement agencies to take disciplinary measures in cases of severe misconduct.

Song Min Ho, who worked at a welfare facility in Mapo-gu, faced criticism last December for reportedly not showing up to work regularly. Despite YG Entertainment asserting that all absences were authorized, whistleblowers disputed this claim.

On March 31st KST, the National Police Agency confirmed that Song Min Ho was questioned three times and a digital forensics investigation was carried out. A police spokesperson disclosed that he confessed to leaving work during operating hours.

After the scandal, Seoul Mayor Oh Se Hoon ordered an audit of all 1,500 social service workers under city departments, leading to the discovery of 14 unauthorized absentees, with seven cases reported to authorities.

To enhance accountability, Seoul is testing an electronic attendance system to monitor attendance and serve as evidence in disciplinary proceedings. The city called on the Military Manpower Administration to update regulations to define clearer disciplinary actions like warnings, reduced leave, and salary deductions.

A city representative expressed the desire to assign top individuals to vital national and municipal roles and prevent dedicated workers from feeling disenchanted due to the actions of a minority.