Human trafficking is defined as the unlawful act of transporting or coercing people in order to benefit from their work or service, typically in the form of forced labour or sexual exploitation. It can happen to children and adults.

This means human trafficking is made up of the following:

• Movement or recruitment by someone
• by deception or coercion for the purpose of exploitation

If you suspect human trafficking

• Call the police
  • 999 if urgent
  • 101 if non-urgent
• Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111