PALM scheme faces allegations of worker exploitation, debt bondage, and human trafficking, with critics advocating for employer change freedom.

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme (PALM), intended to benefit both Australian employers and Pacific Island workers, faces serious allegations of worker exploitation, including debt bondage and human trafficking. A report from the NSW Anti-slavery Commissioner reveals that many workers lack access to health insurance and formal income. Critics urge reforms to allow workers to change employers, warning that without this freedom, they remain vulnerable to abuse.

October 22, 2024
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