South Korea may ease a controversial ban on free meals and gifts imposed last year on public servants, teachers and journalists, in a bid to prop up the struggling economy.

The Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission on Wednesday hinted at a possible revision to the anti-graft law that came into effect in September amid controversy over its strict regulations.

“We should view the law flexibly, given the state of the society and the economy,” the commission chief, Sung Young-hoon, said at a press briefing.

The Improper Solicitation and Graft Act, also referred to as the Kim Young-ran law, prohibits public servants, educators and journalists from offering or receiving free meals valued at over 30,000 won ($25), presents of over 50,000 won or monetary gifts of over 100,000 won. Kim is the former commission chief and Supreme Court justice who initiated the campaign for its enactment.

“The 3-5-10 rule is not permanent,” Sung said, referring to the monetary caps imposed on the value of meals, presents and gift money. “The numbers could change depending on public opinion,” he added.

