Foreign workers banned from local fast-food jobs
The Federal Government is set to place restrictions on the number of 457 skilled worker visas handed out to fast food chains like McDonalds and Hungry Jacks.
More than 500 skilled worked visas have been doled out over the past four years under a fast-track visa process for the industry approved by Julia Gillard’s Labor Government in 2012, but this has been canned by Immigration Minister Peter Dutton.
In a statement, the Federal Member for Dickson said, “Australian workers, particularly young Australians, must be given priority. The Turnbull Government is committed to ensuring that career pathways are available for young Australians.
“Fast-track arrangements for the fast-food industry put in place by Bill Shorten and Chris Bowen in 2012 are not consistent with putting Australian workers first.”
Mr Dutton noted that individual businesses would still be able to make normal labour agreement arrangements which will be considered in exceptional circumstances.
“Genuine business needs for overseas workers which contribute to economic growth will still be considered,” Mr Dutton added.
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