Immigration: Domestic Workers

Answer: My Lords, we are conscious that the change we brought in greatly benefited domestic workers in this situation. I assure the noble Lord that that is a reality we will bear in mind. In taking this matter forward, we will consult widely to ensure that the new provisions adequately address these issues.

This is an answer to the Oral question asked on Monday, 26 March 2007 by Lord Hylton (Crossbench).

Question: My Lords, I thank the Minister for her reply. Do the Government agree that there has been a huge improvement in conditions, principally in London, due to the freedom since 1998 to change employers? Are they aware that one voluntary agency has been getting more than 30 new complaints per month concerning the withholding of pay and passports, excessive hours of work and verbal and physical abuse? Surely everything should be done to prevent a worsening of the position.

Secondary information

Type: Oral answer to question
Reference: 690 c1436
Session: 2006-07
Chamber / Committee: House of Lords chamber
Subjects: Conditions of employment Abuse Immigration controls Domestic service Protection Migrant workers
Link: View this Oral answer to question on www.publications.parliament.uk