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Foreign rig workers unlawful

Foreign rig workers unlawful

The resources industry says hundreds of foreigners may be working illegally on offshore rigs and vessels after the Federal Court struck out an Abbott Government visa regime.

A Full Bench of the Federal Court has backed an appeal by the Maritime Union of Australia and ruled a determination by Assistant Immigration Minister Michaelia Cash was "invalid".

It is believed many companies are seeking legal advice on whether foreign workers must down tools for fear they are not covered by insurance.

Nick Butterly