to any restrictions except those that are provided by law, are necessary to protect national security, public order ( -1, public health or morals, or the rights and freedoms of others and are consistent with the other rights recognised in the present Convention. 1. Migrant workers and members of their families shall have the right to form associations and trade unions in the State of employment for the promotion and protection of their economic, social, cultural and other interests. / * . . A/C.3/45/1 English Page 39 2. No restrictions may be placed on the exercise of this right other than those that are prescribed by law and are necessary in a democratic society in the interests of national security, public order (o-r&e RI&&) or the protection of the rights and freedoms of others. &irticle 41 1. Migrant workers and members of their families shall have the right to participate in public affairs of their State of origin and to vote and to be elected at elections of that State, in accordance with its legislation. 2. The States concerned shall, as appropriate and in accordance with their legislation, facilitate the exercise of these rights. &ticle 42 1. States Parties shall consider the establishment of procedures or institutions through which account may be taken, both in States of origin and in States of employment, of special needs, aspirations and obligations of migrant workers and members of their families and shall envisage, as appropriate, the possibility for migrant workers and members of their families to have their free chosen representatives in those institutions. lY 2. States of employment shall facilitate, in accordance with their national' legislation, the consultation or participation of migrant workers and members of their families in decisions concerning the life and administration of local communities. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be related to the rights and protections of migrant workers and their families, including their economic, social, and cultural interests. It discusses their right to form associations and trade unions, participate in public affairs, and have a voice in decisions affecting their lives.

**Category**
Employment, Human Rights