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Companies exploiting cheap foreign labour will be punished under new laws. A crackdown on bosses who fail to pay overseas workers minimum wage has been announced as the latest net migration figures are released.
Ashley Stothard, immigration executive at national law firm, Freeths, has reacted to this latest news:
“Today’s proposed amendments in the Employment Rights Bill feels like the right step forward in tackling exploitation within the immigration system. Many migrant workers, especially those in the care sector, are experiencing severe labour abuse and exploitation, such as debt bondage and exploitative work conditions. By enforcing stricter penalties and banning unethical practices, it is hoped that migrant workers are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.
“This is a positive move towards a fairer and more just immigration system. The amendments have been made in an early part of the bill’s passage through Parliament, so I am interested to see if they make it into the final draft.”
Freeths is a top 50 commercial law firm. Relied on by private and public sector clients including Centrica PLC, ENGIE, Aldi, Mercedes-Benz UK, Tarmac, Experian, and Lloyds Bank.
Freeths was recently awarded B Corporation (B Corp) certification, demonstrating its dedication to complying with high standards of environmental and social impact and governance.
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