Modern Slavery
Modern slavery covers a wide range of abuse and exploitation which includes:
- sexual exploitation
- domestic servitude
- labour exploitation
- criminal exploitation
- slavery
- forced labour
- organ trafficking
Victims of modern slavery can be any age, gender, nationality or ethnicity. Signs that somebody could be a victim of modern slavery include:
- behaviour– withdrawn, scared, not willing to talk, doesn’t speak English
- appearance– unkempt, malnourished, few possessions, health concerns
- work– inappropriate clothing for job, long hours, little or no pay
- fear of authorities– doesn’t want to speak to police or other authorities
- debt bondage – in debt to, or dependent on someone else
- accommodation – overcrowded, poorly maintained, blacked-out windows
- lack of control – no ID, no access to bank account, work transport provided
- lack of freedom– unable to move freely, unwilling or scared to leave
If you think someone may be a victim of modern slavery, call the 24-hour modern slavery helpline on 08000 121 700, Modern Slavery helpline website.
Or anonymously call Crimestoppers on telephone 0800 555 111, Crimestoppers website.
For more information on modern slavery in Devon visit the Safer Devon website.