Salvation Army Reports Scale of Modern Slavery Support Across UK Regions
What happened
The Salvation Army reported that 441 people received support in 2025-26 through the Government's Modern Slavery Victim Care Contract, which includes safe housing and outreach services. Across England and Wales, 5,185 potential victims sought help, with 364 British nationals entering the charity’s services during that period. The North West accounted for nearly one in ten of all referrals in England and Wales, ranking third behind London and the South East.
Why it matters
The charity's services are funded by the Government's Modern Slavery Victim Care Contract, which provides support to victims of exploitation. The high number of referrals and victims highlights the scale of social vulnerability and criminal exploitation across the UK.
Who's involved
- EnglandThe nation where the modern slavery support services operate.
- WalesA geopolitical state where the charity provides support services.
- Department for Work and PensionsThe government agency overseeing the Modern Slavery Victim Care Contract.
- Department of Health and Social CareThe government agency involved in social support and health services.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Department for Work and PensionsSpeculative
The Department for Work and Pensions could see increased costs related to the demand for government-funded social support.
- Department of Health and Social CareSpeculative
The Department of Health and Social Care may face increased pressure on resources due to the systemic demand for health and social services.
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The entities involved
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England
country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom
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London
capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom
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Wales
country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom