Submitted by Fiona Costello on Thu, 09/04/2020 - 14:29
Many migrant workers, previously described as working in ‘unskilled’ labour positions, have found their work promoted to ‘key worker’ status during the current coronavirus crisis. More often than not, ‘unskilled’ meant underpaid and undervalued. What a difference a month can make.
But while the British public praise and thank those who continue to go to work each day to maintain essential food supply, and care for elderly relatives, the working conditions of migrant workers in these ‘key worker’ roles have not changed.
In fact for many, increased demand and risks to personal and family health means working conditions have deteriorated. Read more here