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TUCP Urges Philippines-UK Labor Agreement to Protect Filipino Migrant Fishers from Exploitation

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UNITED IN SUPPORT OF FILIPINO FISHERMEN: At the Philippine⁢ Embassy in London, key ⁣discussions ​took⁣ place involving ‍TUCP President Raymond‌ Democrito C. Mendoza ⁢(TUCP Party-list) and london-but-face-a-new-threat-from-knife-crimes/” title=”Seeking Safety: Americans Flock to London, but Face a New Threat from Knife Crimes”>protect-filipino-fishers-from-exploitation/” title=”TUCP Urges Bilateral Labor Agreement with the UK to Protect Filipino Fishers from Exploitation”>tucp-urges-philippines-uk-labor-pact-to-protect-filipino-fishers-from-exploitation/” title=”TUCP Urges Philippines-UK Labor Pact to Protect Filipino Fishers from Exploitation”>notable officials such as Ambassador Teodoro “Teddy Boy” Lopez ‌Locsin Jr., Deputy‌ Permanent Representative to the International Maritime⁤ Organization (IMO) ‍Consul Raphael Hermoso, Maritime Attaché Atty. Sharon Aledo, and OWWA London’s Officer-in-Charge⁤ Sheila Mae Aguilar. Also present were APSU National Vice President for Operation Atty. Generick ⁢Humprey Morales and TUCP⁤ Party-list ‌Chief of Staff Archie Ranin.

Addressing ​Exploitation‍ of Filipino​ Fishers in the⁣ UK

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM⁢ —​ The Trade Union ⁢Congress of the⁢ Philippines (TUCP), under the leadership of Deputy Speaker Mendoza, convened ⁣with Philippine ⁤Ambassador Locsin to confront ‌serious ‍issues ⁤surrounding the exploitation faced by Filipino fishers employed on vessels in UK waters. ‍Contributing officials included Consul Hermoso,‍ Maritime ​Attaché Atty.‌ Aledo, and Ms. Aguilar from OWWA London.

The Plight of Filipino Migrant Workers

“Filipino workers are integral⁢ to the UK fishing sector; however, ​they often labor under⁣ harsh conditions while remaining largely invisible—overworked⁢ and ‌disproportionately compensated without ⁣basic ⁣labor rights,” highlighted Mendoza during their meeting.

Current Employment Statistics

A ⁣recent‌ report ‍from⁢ 2023‍ highlights that more than 50% of nearly⁢ 11,000 individuals engaged in UK’s⁣ fishing workforce ‌are migrants, ⁣prominently featuring Filipinos among them. For years ​now, operators have‍ exploited transit visa loopholes designed for merchant​ seafarers to circumvent legal employment mandates that protect⁤ these migrant fishermen’s rights.

Impact of⁢ Visa Loopholes on Labor ‌Rights

Mendoza pointed out that “the​ existence of this transit visa loophole has resulted in severe treatment ‍towards⁤ Filipino fishers who are ⁣treated as⁢ expendable resources—driven excessively without⁤ adequate wages or assistance while incurring⁣ recruitment‍ debts.” This behavior starkly contrasts ILO Convention 188’s regulations aimed ⁤at safeguarding fisher workers globally.

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Pushing for ⁣Legislative Change

The TUCP has persistently urged for ratification‌ of ILO Convention No. 188 by ⁣the Philippine government to extend protections‌ not only domestically but critically‌ internationally‌ as well. Once again ⁤within Congress’s current session (19th), House Resolution No. 2059 was introduced urging ⁣President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s immediate action towards this goal.

The​ Hardships Faced by Fishermen Abroad

“Countless Filipino fishers⁣ endure unfavorable work environments earning merely enough ⁢for survival,” Mendoza ⁣remarked sadly ⁣about their​ challenges at home ‍pushing⁢ many to ⁣seek employment ⁢overseas—only to find themselves entrenched in forced labor situations riddled⁢ with human trafficking risks when they reach international waters.”

New Visa Options introduce‍ Hope Yet‍ Barrier Remains

The UK Government recently introduced provisions allowing migrant ⁢fishermen access to Skilled Worker Visas, which acknowledges their roles as crucial offshore employees—a‍ move accompanied by potential benefits ⁣like increased wages ⁣and improved working rights alongside family reunification opportunities.

“Despite these ⁣advancements with regard ‌to Skilled Worker ⁢Visas⁢ representing progress,” noted Mendoza regretfully “significant ​hurdles remain: high visa ⁣fees barrage those seeking entry; intricate⁤ English language testing requirements priced ⁤beyond reach; compounded by a general lack awareness ‌around these ‍changes stunts accessibility.”⁤

A Call‌ for Bilateral Agreements​ To Protect Workers’ Rights

The ⁣TUCP is advocating vehemently ⁣toward ‌establishing a ​bilateral agreement between Manila and London focused on standardizing work contracts meant specifically for all ​migrant⁤ fishermen regardless status while simplifying ​financial barriers tied determining eligibility along with buttressing cooperative ties ‍regarding​ fair recruitment practices across ⁢both‍ nations’ job markets.”

Collaborative Efforts Moving Forward



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