The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has concluded an investigation into allegations that Environment Department (DOE) officers attempted to release e-waste containers in Port Klang without proper authority. The investigation revealed information leaks, supervisory weaknesses, and potential losses to the government and environmental damage. EAIC has recommended disciplinary action against the officers involved and improvements to DOE's standard operating procedures.
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The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission said it had concluded the misconduct allegations involving DOE officers since receiving wind of it in May 2024. EAIC said further findings showed DOE senior management failed to plug information leaks that delayed the investigation.
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