TUC response
29 November 2006
Responding to publication of a Home Office consultation document on the formation of a Migration Advisory Committee, TUC General Secretary Brendan Barber said:
'Migrant workers make a positive contribution to Britain's economy and society. An independent body giving impartial advice to Ministers would improve decision-making, such as on the provision of public services, and help dispel anti-migrant myths.
'The best way to make the case for the positive role of migrant workers and prevent undercutting is to ensure they get the same rights and respect that all workers deserve. A new committee needs to focus on preventing migrant workers facing exploitation from employers evading their legal and moral responsibilities.'
The TUC will submit its response by the deadline for consultations which is 31 January 2007.
The consultation document can be found at http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/lawandpolicy/consultationdocuments/currentconsultations
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