This pilot is a significant and courageous step forward in making sure that all Londoners are able to safely report abuse and exploitation, regardless of their immigration status.
At a time when migrant communities are still reeling from successive anti-migrant policies and legislation, the importance of this project cannot be downplayed. It is about putting forward a constructive policy programme, and moving away from an approach that risks punishing victims for coming forward.
Research commissioned by City Hall last year found that many migrant workers in London are subjected to bullying and discrimination, as well as experiencing issues with pay - such as being paid late or not at all.
Sexual harassment - particularly towards women migrant workers in the cleaning, care, and hospitality sectors - was also found to be a common occurrence.
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