Recently, the hotels hosting the 2022 World Cup in Qatar were exposed by an investigation team for a series of human rights violations.
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Since officially hosting the 2022 World Cup, Qatar has been entangled in many controversies claiming that this country is not worthy of being the host country, and recently Qatar continues to encounter human rights problems in organizing the World Cup.
The world governing body has confirmed dozens of properties across the country with suites costing up to £5,000 a night at the most luxurious establishments and Dom Perignon Champagne costing £790 a bottle, Qatar will
But while privileged guests can soak in pools and spas, lounge on private beaches and stroll tropical gardens and run around on lush desert-grown lawns, members
Image of a luxurious hotel in Qatar, which will serve high-ranking officials along with famous players.
A report on labor abuses at sites in Qatar and neighboring countries has been compiled by Equidem and the International Rights Forum – Global Labor Justice (GLJ-IRLF) ahead of the World Cup, which begins on
Working up to 15 hours a day and sometimes for months on end without a day off.
Get paid the absolute minimum wage, which equates to around £1 per hour for a standard nine-hour day.
No overtime pay, which further reduces hourly wages, and subject to periods of unpaid or reduced pay.
Forced to pay thousands of pounds to middlemen to get a job, which is against the law in Qatar
Get paid less if they come from certain countries, like Bangladesh, Nepal or Kenya, than Arab workers.
Don’t dare speak out for fear of retaliation and having their money withheld if they try to work at another hotel.
The scene of poor accommodation of migrant workers serving the 2022 World Cup (Photo: Daily Mail)
Among the hotels mentioned in the report is the Westin Doha in central Doha, where Neymar’s Brazil team is based.
According to a report by Sportsmail, former workers of the Souq Al Wakra hotel, where the England team will be staying, also said some staff received QR1,000 a month for a lot of heavy work.
Mr. Mustafa Qadri, CEO of Equidem told Sportsmail.
It seems that there will be no significant benefits for workers serving the 2022 World Cup. (Photo: Daily Mail)
These findings raise serious concerns about the risk of violating international labor standards and international human rights norms at hotels in Qatar before, during and after the 2022 World Cup. Qatar has caused a lot of trouble.
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