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Seafarers’ Wages Act 2023
Summary
This Act sets minimum wage and employment standards that must be followed by ships operating in UK waters. It aims to ensure seafarers are paid fairly and treated properly, while also bringing UK rules in line with international maritime standards.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing better pay and working conditions for people who work on ships in UK waters. It protects seafarers from being paid unfairly and ensures they receive proper wages, which is important for their safety and wellbeing at sea.
A vote to oppose means
- —Some people worry the Act might increase costs for shipping companies and businesses that rely on sea transport, which could lead to higher prices for consumers. Others might argue it could make UK shipping less competitive compared to other countries with lower wage requirements.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading8 Nov 2022
- 2nd reading19 Dec 2022
- Committee stage17 Jan 2023
- Report stage7 Feb 2023
- 3rd reading7 Feb 2023
Lords
- 1st reading6 Jul 2022
- 2nd reading20 Jul 2022
- Committee stage12 Oct 2022
- Report stage26 Oct 2022
- 3rd reading7 Nov 2022
Royal Assent23 Mar 2023
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