The Federal Government will reduce regulation and strengthen integrity of Australia’s 457 sponsored worker program.

“For example, in relation to the integrity of the 457 program [they] will increase[e] focus on, and resourcing for monitoring of 457 sponsors,” Senator Cash said.

There may also be a new penalty making it unlawful for sponsors to be paid for a migration outcome, greater transparency, increased information sharing among government agencies, such as the Australian Taxation Office.” The Government will increase scrutiny on businesses suspected of doing the wrong thing.