Workers send £8bn to families

Migrant workers in the UK, numerous in low-paid employments, are sending £8bn every year to help families in their nations of origin, says a report from the United Nations' instruction office.

This is often used to help relations inpoorer countries to stay in school.

Yet, Unesco cautions excessively of this "well deserved cash" is being taken in exchange charges by back organizations.

It says that people wiring money should only have to pay 3% in charges - but the global average is 7%.

The Association of UK Payment Institutions says prices would be lower if regulators allowed more companies to compete in this market.

The remittances sent home by migrants can be a lifeline for families in poorer countries - sent back by people working in wealthier parts of the world.