It is hugely concerning to read about the recent cases of migrant worker abuse. The latest reported case of BBS Horticulture follows similar claims by workers for car dealers, restaurants and farm workers.

Indeed MBIE have now got a list of 70 employers who are prohibited from hiring migrant workforce. Included in that list are large national companies who should know better. The list also included repeat offenders BBS who have been found to be in breach on 3 separate occasions. The fine of $57,000 should hopefully send the message that these type of abuse cannot continue to occur.