Australian Immigration Daily News

The Migration (Strengthening Reporting Protections—LIN 24/057) Instrument 2024, issued under the authority of the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, and Multicultural Affairs, commenced on 1 July 2024. This legislative instrument is designed to enhance protections for temporary migrant workers, encouraging them to report workplace exploitation without the risk of visa cancellation.

Key elements of the instrument include:

1. Non-Discretionary Protection: Specific protections against visa cancellation for temporary migrant workers who report workplace exploitation.
2. Discretionary Protection: In cases where non-discretionary protections do not apply, the Minister must consider various factors before deciding on visa cancellation.
3. Certifying Entities: A range of government and non-government bodies, such as the Fair Work Ombudsman and various unions, are authorised to issue certificates attesting to instances of workplace exploitation.

This instrument represents a significant step towards protecting the rights of temporary migrant workers, providing them with the confidence to report exploitation without jeopardising their visa status. For more detailed information, please refer to the documents below.

Source: LIN24057.pdf and LIN24057-Explanatory-statement.pdf