Viewing domestic workers problems through a human rights lens
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the pattern and attitude of the UK government towards international frameworks that promotes humane treatment of domestic workers and the respect of their human rights. This paper also examines the UK government continued refusal to adopt ILO Convention 189 that consolidates the framework for regulating domestic work.
Design/methodology/approach
Using the concept of human rights, this paper conducts an extensive literature review on domestic workers; migrants in particular.
Findings
This paper concludes that the best way to deal with the problems faced by domestic workers in the UK is the inclusion of them in all aspects of employment and health and safety protection, the regulation of domestic work, and a review of the domestic workers visas.
Research limitations/implications
The Home Office has commissioned a panel to look into the effect of the current domestic workers visa on the vulnerability of the workers. The panel’s report is yet to be released as at the time of drafting this viewpoint.
Practical implications
This paper contains useful informational for policy makers, NGOs, and academics.
Social implications
This papers is a useful tool for a symposium, seminar, or conference.
Originality/value
This paper contains original work of the author; except where copyright is acknowledged.
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Citation
Salih, I.I. (2015), "Viewing domestic workers problems through a human rights lens", Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Vol. 34 No. 7, pp. 622-633. https://doi.org/10.1108/EDI-12-2014-0083
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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