Birchwood car wash fined £40,000 for employing illegal workers in Warrington, per government penalties
Birchwood Hand Car Wash Fined for Illegal Workers
Birchwood Hand Car Wash, located on Dewhurst Road in Birchwood, has been included in the Government’s quarterly report of companies penalized for employing illegal workers.
The car wash was fined £40,000 between April 1 and June 30 last year. The responsible party is Abz Valeting Ltd.
The Home Office releases this data four times a year, detailing companies caught in the region.
Penalties for Employing Illegal Workers
Companies that employ illegal workers can face up to five years in jail and unlimited fines if found guilty. This applies if they had reasonable cause to believe the worker did not have the right to work in the UK.
Examples of illegal workers include those who:
- Did not have permission to enter or stay in the UK
- Had expired leave
- Were not allowed to do certain types of work
- Had incorrect or false documents
Government Warnings
The Government publishes this list to warn other businesses against employing illegal workers. The website states that employers can face severe penalties if they knowingly hire someone without the right to work.
Employers must conduct proper checks. If they fail to do so, they may receive a referral notice indicating that their case is under review. They could face fines of up to £60,000 for each illegal worker.
If found liable, employers will receive a civil penalty notice and have 28 days to respond. Their business details may also be published as a warning to others.
| Company | Location | Fine Amount | Responsible Party | Penalty Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Hand Car Wash | Dewhurst Road, Birchwood | £40,000 | Abz Valeting Ltd. | April 1 – June 30, Last Year |
