We've enough evidence, says minister after glovemaker denies report

Alyaa AlhadjriPublished: Dec 22, 2020 3:48 AM | Updated: Dec 22, 2020 5:35 AM

COVID-19 | Human Resources Minister M Saravanan has dismissed glovemaker Brightway Holding's denial surrounding a raid at one of its subsidiaries yesterday that uncovered hundreds of workers living in squalid conditions.

When contacted, Saravanan, who took part in a multi-agency raid at a Brightway subsidiary in Kajang, said it is common for any employer to issue a denial when faced with allegations of modern slavery...

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