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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Neil Lancefield

HISTORICAL FACTS: Legislation aimed at boosting seafarers pay gets royal assent - Caught on Camera

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Legislation aimed at boosting seafarers’ pay has passed its final hurdle but may not immediately improve earnings.

The Seafarers’ Wages Bill – introduced after P&O Ferries sacked nearly 800 staff in March last year – received royal assent on Thursday.

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