Modern Slavery To Be Tackled

A new campaign aimed at tackling Modern Slavery is being launched by Leicestershire Police.

It’s aimed at encouraging people to speak out if they suspect someone is being exploited.

Detective Inspector Jenny Heggs spoke to Hfm:

It is estimated that at any given time, there are 40.3 million modern slavery victims worldwide and the Leicestershire force is proactively looking to address the issue.

The campaign focuses on raising awareness around the key signs of Modern Slavery and what to do if you believe you may be a victim or someone you know is.

Long labour hours, chaperoning, lack of personal possessions, malnutrition, and abuse are the main areas identified as part of the #KnowTheSigns tag line, which police hope will alert people to come forward with information surrounding the issue of modern day slavery.