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Anti Trafficking and Labour Exploitation Unit: a specialist legal charity securing safety and justice for survivors of trafficking and driving systemic change.

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Charlotte Kilroy KC: 'You might think slavery is something that occurs in the history books or in faraway places.... In fact, modern slavery and labour exploitation is a growing problem in the UK' Check out our recent Blackstone Chambers litigation podcast blackstonechambers.com/podcasts/the-l…

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There is still time to apply to be ATLEU’s Communications and Public Affairs Officer. This is an exciting new role, working with colleagues across policy, communications and lived experience. Deadline 9am on Tuesday 18 March 2025. atleu.org.uk/join-us

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The Trafficking Compensation Action Group (TCAG) will be meeting on 26 Mar, 6pm at 7BR. This meeting will be slightly different. Our panel will answer all your questions on litigation tactics in trafficking compensation claims. Got a question? Please send to [email protected]

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#Slavery is not just something happening in faraway places. It's happening right here in the #UK, too. The latest government NRM stats show 19,125 potential victims of modern slavery were referred to the #HomeOffice in 2024, a 13% increase from 2023. gov.uk/government/sta….

#Slavery is not just something happening in faraway places. It's happening right here in the #UK, too. The latest government NRM stats show 19,125 potential victims of modern slavery were referred to the #HomeOffice in 2024, a 13% increase from 2023. 
gov.uk/government/sta….
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Our Jamila Duncan-Bosu on Blackstone Chambers podcast: "the work we do must be informed by survivors and their experiences ....that's very much at the heart of the work we do. We try and influence policy work... building in lived experience and their voice. blackstonechambers.com/podcasts/the-l…

Our Jamila Duncan-Bosu on <a href="/BlackstoneChbrs/">Blackstone Chambers</a> podcast: "the work we do must be informed by survivors and their experiences ....that's very much at the heart of the work we do. We try and influence policy work... building in lived experience and their voice. blackstonechambers.com/podcasts/the-l…
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Thank you Blackstone Chambers for hosting ATLEU's event yesterday with our Changemakers, great to share 👉🏾why holistic legal advice is vital 👉🏾how strategic litigation and campaigning can be a catalyst in improving the law 👉🏾why survivors are the key to bringing the change we need.

Thank you <a href="/BlackstoneChbrs/">Blackstone Chambers</a> for hosting ATLEU's event yesterday with our Changemakers, great to share 
👉🏾why holistic legal advice is vital
👉🏾how strategic litigation and campaigning can be a catalyst in improving the law
👉🏾why survivors are the key to bringing the change we need.
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Trafficking Compensation Action Group: Reminder to send in your questions to [email protected]! Our panel will answer all your questions on litigation tactics in #humantrafficking #compensation claims. See you on Weds 26th, 6pm. Big thank you to 7BR Chambers for hosting!

Trafficking Compensation Action Group: Reminder to send in your questions to tcag@atleu.org.uk! Our panel will answer all your questions on litigation tactics in #humantrafficking #compensation claims. 

See you on Weds 26th, 6pm. Big thank you to 7BR Chambers for hosting!
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10 years after the #ModernSlaveryAct, still so much to do. Read our new blog, with reflections from a survivor in our Changemakers group on problems needing to be fixed to create fair, compassionate, efficient systems protecting people from #exploitation atleu.org.uk/cases-news/del…

10 years after the #ModernSlaveryAct, still so much to do. Read our new blog, with reflections from a survivor in our Changemakers group on problems needing to be fixed to create fair, compassionate, efficient systems protecting people from #exploitation atleu.org.uk/cases-news/del…
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We are thrilled to announce that our very own Mr Freddy Russell will be running the #LondonMarathon for ATLEU this April. Donate now, and support a movement for change to secure safety, rights and justice for survivors of human trafficking and slavery. 2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/freddy-russ…

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Whether it’s a gift, a free venue, help with marketing, or supporting your staff to fundraise, there are lots of ways your company can support the fight for justice for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation in the UK. Get in touch for a chat.... atleu.org.uk/partnerships

Whether it’s a gift, a free venue, help with marketing, or supporting your staff to fundraise, there are lots of ways your company can support the fight for justice for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation in the UK. Get in touch for a chat.... atleu.org.uk/partnerships
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Legal win! This judgement confirms that the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority application process is not simply form filling and that victims of #trafficking facing barriers (e.g. trauma, language, mental injury) should have access to legal help to apply for #compensation.

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Our Mr Freddy Russell is running the London Marathon to raise money for ATLEU. 'Today, over 120,000 people are living in slavery in the UK. That is a terrible statistic..... Any contribution to our work, big or small, would be very gratefully received'. 2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/freddy-russ…

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Mila’s parents died when she was 15. She came to the UK to live with her aunt, who put her to work in a warehouse and then as a carer. She regularly worked up to 18 hours a day. Her wages were paid directly to her aunt. Read Mila's story in our report: atleu.org.uk/about#annualre…

Mila’s parents died when she was 15. She came to the UK to live with her aunt, who put her to work in a warehouse and then as a carer. She regularly worked up to 18 hours a day. Her wages were paid directly to her aunt. 
Read Mila's story in our report:
atleu.org.uk/about#annualre…
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"Thank you for a very detailed response. I appreciate it so much. This is a great starting point, now I have a much better idea of what to do next". Feedback on our advice line for professionals supporting survivors of human trafficking and slavery. atleu.org.uk/advice

"Thank you for a very detailed response. I appreciate it so much. This is a great starting point, now I have a much better idea of what to do next". 
Feedback on our advice line for professionals supporting survivors of human trafficking and slavery. atleu.org.uk/advice
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We've signed a letter with 136 organisations to call for a fair new plan for refugees, and an end to hostile politics and racist rhetoric. Keir Starmer theguardian.com/politics/2025/… #TogetherWithRefugees

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Move over world champions! Our very own Freddy Russell is running the #LondonMarathon to fundraise for the fight against exploitation and modern slavery in the UK. There's still time to sponsor him 2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/freddy-russ…