uk modern slavery
The estimated number of trafficking victims in the UK is now 136,000.
Mary Adenugba Johnson was trafficked from Nigeria and forced into prostitution.
A joint operation with Czech Republic officials led to the rescue of 10 potential victims.
I was beaten for silly mistakes, threatened with the police and deportation and locked in a room at night often being given some sort of sedative before sleep
Theresa May accused of "foot dragging" over reducing modern slavery.
'Empowered with skills and knowledge, they could go on to make a great contribution to our society, and we can address a terrible injustice at the same time. '
Reports of slavery and labour abuse increased 35% since 2017.
Whether we are artists, musicians, politicians, corporates or consumers, we have the choice to use our voice and power to bring freedom
An 'awful day for victims'.
'It is the biggest injustice in the world today.'