Review enforcement of employment law for unpaid internships

I would like the Government to review how employment rights are enforced for interns to ensure all those carrying out work are being paid at least the minimum wage. I think this would promote fairer, more inclusive employment practices.

90 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Tuesday 13th May 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
10
Signature Deadline
Thursday 13th November 2025
Estimated Final Signatures: 143

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There are reports that some industries, especially fashion, media, and PR, rely on unpaid or low-paid interns. From personal experience in fashion PR, these roles are essential for gaining insight and building a career, but they often come at a personal financial cost. This creates a barrier for talented people from less privileged backgrounds who can’t afford to work for free. I believe fair pay would promote social mobility and boost the economy, as paid interns would increase local spending.


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