Have you been forced to travel to the UK or do something you don’t want to do. modern slavery

Good Afternoon Resident

I hope you are enjoying your day so far and having a great day.

If you are reading a message with this wording, or if this applies to you or someone you know, this is a serious warning sign of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking.

In the UK, modern slavery takes many forms, including forced labour, domestic servitude, and forced criminal exploitation (such as being forced to work in cannabis farms or transport drugs). 

Immediate Help and Support Lines

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call the emergency services straight away:

If it is not an immediate emergency, but you need help, advice, or want to report a suspicion safely and confidentially:

Signs that Someone May Be a Victim

People trapped in modern slavery often show specific signs: 

What Happens When You Seek Help?

The UK has a framework called the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) designed to identify and support victims of modern slavery. If you are referred into this system, you can receive access to secure accommodation, financial support, medical care, and legal aid while your case is being looked at. 

Thank You from your local Wednesfield & Heath town Neighbourhood Team.