Building to further migration policy progress
ACT Labor calls on the ACT Government to engage federal Government, and for federal Labor Governments to engage with academic experts, community groups, unions, employers and other key stakeholders including universities, on the best planning and operation of temporary visa programs, to improve the experience of new migrants.Key considerations should include:
- The equities of the ACT in planning levels, so that the ACT remains an attractive destination for new migrants, with strong intakes of students, skilled workers
- Planning levels that provide clarity to applicants and indicate pathways to permanent residence;
- The transition of temporary visas programs to be, as permanent visas are, fully considered in funding and services access, so temporary visa holders are well connected to the community and essentials.