Corruption Cases in Labor Sector Unveiled
Numerous cases of bribery have been documented in Ukraine, with payments ranging from 1,500 hryvnias to 1,000 dollars for 'resolving issues'. Among those apprehended are heads of regional offices and individuals responsible for employee training. Law enforcement seized over two million hryvnias in cash during the raids.
The arrested individuals demanded money for various issues within their influence, including evading liability for labor law violations and conducting sham occupational safety training.
For instance, the cost for fictitious training was 1,500 hryvnias, while issuing certificates without actual training cost 4,500 hryvnias. Prices could increase based on the complexity of the issue.
Officers from the strategic investigations department, along with other authorities, detained three officials serving three regions and the head of a training company.
The suspects face charges under the Criminal Code for accepting bribes. Over one million hryvnias and 25,000 dollars were discovered during the searches.
All arrested individuals received pre-trial measures of detention:
- for the head of the regional office – over 2.9 million UAH.
- for the head of the structural unit – 2 million UAH.
- for the deputy head – 1,968,200 UAH.
- for the head of the company – 400,000 UAH.
The maximum penalty for the offenses is up to 10 years in prison. Investigations are being conducted in collaboration with local prosecutors and investigators.
