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Written question asked by Olivia Blake (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Kate Dearden (Labour) on Monday, 9 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Fair Work Agency

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what actions is the Fair Work Agency taking to prevent the exploitation of a) migrant workers b) social care workers.

Answer

The Fair Work Agency will be established on 7 April 2026.

It will enhance the government’s ability to respond to exploitation and deliver a much-needed upgrade to the enforcement of all workers’ rights, including migrant workers and those in the social care sector.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
117916
Session
2024-26
Registered interest declared
Yes
Subjects
Migrant workers Social workers Exploitation Fair Work Agency
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk