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Government announces new laws to prevent exploitation of migrant workers

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Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural, Andrew Giles says that the new measures will empower migrant workers to speak up against unfair wages and exploitation at workplaces. Source: AAP / AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

In a new law, the Immigration Department aims to crack down on employers who exploit temporary visa holders. These measures include heavy fines and prohibition notices against businesses who exploit migrant workers. According to experts and student advocates, these regulations will act as 'safeguard mechanisms' for temporary visa holders.


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In a new law, the Immigration Department aims to crack down on employers who exploit temporary visa holders. These measures include heavy fines and prohibition notices against businesses who exploit migrant workers. According to experts and student advocates, these regulations will act as 'safeguard mechanisms' for temporary visa holders.


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