The 457 visa scheme:
A) is criticised by some sectors in the community because it grants permanent residency to foreign workers.
B) generally applies to non-skilled workers.
C) has been resisted by trade unions for fear that the wages and conditions of Australian workers will be eroded and the power of trade unions will be weakened.
D) mostly applies to guest workers from South-East Asia and the Pacific Islands.

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Page 81. Factual. Some politicians and trade unions argue against the use of 457 visas as they believe that some employers will prefer to employ foreign workers who are prepared to accept inferior pay and conditions compared to local workers.

The 457 Visa Scheme