The website, www.pracawbrytanii.org, which is run by the TUC in partnership with Citizens Advice and Solidarnosc, provides details on worker rights such as the minimum wage, working time agreement, holiday entitlement and sick pay.
It is widely accepted that many immigrant workers, many of whom are working in the construction industry, are experiencing poor working conditions and pay, the TUC hopes the new website will go some way into improving their working environment.
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TUC General Secretary Brendan Barber said: "Polish workers are making a substantial contribution to Britain's economy, and sectors like agriculture and construction would struggle without their valuable contribution.
"However, some rogue employers are taking advantage of this new, vulnerable workforce."
The website is supported by a guide 'Living and working in the UK: Your rights', written jointly by the TUC and the Citizens Advice service. The guide gives advice for new arrivals on living in the UK, and focuses on issues that might cause problems at work.
There are sections on: housing, council tax, TV licences, energy suppliers, as well as advice on how to access healthcare, open a bank account and find a suitable school.
(DW/JM)
