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Written question asked by Lord Hylton (Crossbench) on Thursday, 8 September 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 September 2016. It was answered by Baroness Anelay of St Johns (Conservative) on Monday, 19 September 2016 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Saudi Arabia: Migrant Workers

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what representations they are making to the government of Saudi Arabia about foreign workers now unemployed and owed pay; and whether they plan to consult the governments of Pakistan, India and the Philippines on that issue.

Answer

We are aware of reports of some third country migrant workers not receiving payments. This is a matter for the parties involved in each situation to find a solution.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1703
Session
2016-17
Subjects
India Pay Pakistan Migrant workers Unemployment Saudi Arabia Philippines
Link
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