BATU PAHAT: The supplier embroiled in the socks controversy has come forward to say that it was given 30 days to write to the Batu Pahat Municipal Council (MPBP) before any decision is made regarding its business licence.
Xin Jian Chang Sdn Bhd issued a statement on Thursday (March 21), saying that its representatives were invited by MPBP for a meeting with council president Ezahar Abu Sairin on Wednesday (March 20).
"During the meeting, we were presented with a notice alleging non-compliance with our business licence conditions, specifically regarding packaging activities of stockings.
"By the same notice, MPBP granted us 30 days from March 20 to submit a written statement before any decision is made regarding our licence.
"Our business licence therefore remains valid until the council considers our written submission," the statement read, adding that it was inaccurate to suggest that the company’s licence had been revoked.
The company said it was currently seeking legal advice to safeguard its interests and remained committed to overcoming this challenge.
Earlier, MPBP said the company had been issued a notice for its licence to be revoked and a notice of closure as its activities had gone against the council’s licensing terms.
The action was taken in accordance with MPBP’s by-laws governing trade, business and industrial licensing, said the council in a statement posted on its Facebook page.
On Wednesday (March 20), the company had put up a banner at the front gate of its factory in Sri Gading here, displaying an apology message.
There were no signs of activity within the premises, which did packaging and distribution of goods.
The banner stated that the company sincerely apologised for its unintended mistake that led to the sock issue.
This came after the management issued an apology statement on Tuesday (March 20) following the controversy.
