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Definition of Modern Slavery

The 2017 UK Annual Report on Modern Slavery defines modern slavery as an umbrella term that covers the offences of human trafficking and slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour.

The Modern Slavery Helpline describes what modern slavery is in more detail.

  • What is Modern Slavery? Overview
  • Definition of Modern Slavery
  • Signs and indicators
  • What to do

Tel: 0121 6471 960 (ask for Adavu)
Email: info@adavu.org.uk

Jericho Building, 196-198 Edward Rd,
Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9LX

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in England and Wales (no. 1199391)

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