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National charity working to end #ModernSlavery. We influence Gov & work with businesses to clean up supply chains; we run safehouses & the free, confidential, UK-wide Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline 08000 121 700.

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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
What happens to survivors like Belinda after exploitation? How can you support survivors on the road to recovery? Learn more: www.unseenuk.org/road-to-reco...
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Road to recovery appeal | Unseen UK
Unseen is a UK leading anti-slavery charity working to help survivors rebuild their lives. Donate today to support survivors like Belinda.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Have questions for our new CEO? This is your chance to ask them and to learn a bit more about who she is and what's next for Unseen. Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5474ec...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
#Forcedlabour is making headlines. But what about the people behind the news stories? Read our blog to find out more: www.unseenuk.org/forced-labou...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The proposed Immigration and Asylum Bill could weaken protections for survivors of #modernslavery and create new barriers to safety and support. We believe this risks benefiting traffickers, not survivors. Read our latest blog: www.unseenuk.org/what-the-new...
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What the new Immigration & Asylum Bill 2026 means for modern slavery: a gift to traffickers. - Unseen
Modern slavery is an economic crime with devastating human rights violations that has been illegitimately recast as an immigration issue.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Thinking about nominating your organisation for our Business Awards? We've put together a blog packed with tips to help you write a standout nomination and showcase your impact effectively. Read the blog: www.unseenuk.org/unseen-busin... #CorporateResponsibility #ESG #BusinessImpact
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Unseen Business Awards 2026: How to Make Your Nomination Stand Out - Unseen
In this article businesses and individuals can learn how to create a standout nomination for the Unseen Business Awards.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
🚨 Nominations are now open for the Unseen Business Awards! Recognise the people and organisations taking real action to tackle modern slavery 👏 ⏳ Don’t miss your chance to nominate → www.unseenuk.org/unseen-busin... #UnseenBusinessAwards #EthicalBusiness
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Unseen Business Awards
Recognising outstanding commitment to tackling modern slavery in business.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
#ChildExploitation is rising and impacts last a lifetime. This #WorldDayAgainstChildLabour, we’re raising awareness of the growing risks children face and the harm exploitation causes. Learn signs. Speak up. Help protect children. Visit our website to learn more: www.unseenuk.org/child-exploi...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
🍫 The 7th Edition Chocolate Scorecard by @beslaveryfree.bsky.social is here. Find out how your favourite chocolate brand ranks on ethics, child and forced labour, and transparency. Check it out now: www.unseenuk.org/choosing-eth... #ChocolateScorecard
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Choosing ethical chocolate: what the latest scorecard reveals - Unseen
The 2026 chocolate scorecard reveals the chocolate companies and retailers leading the way in ethical practices.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
The numbers don't lie. 📊 Explore the summary numbers and key insights from the Helpline Annual Assessment 2025, now available on our website: www.unseenuk.org/modern-slave...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
We’re launching the Seasonal Worker Support Line, in partnership with the Seasonal Work Scheme Taskforce and funded by six retailers. The confidential line helps #seasonalworkers raise concerns about pay, accommodation, or treatment quickly and simply. Learn more: bit.ly/4u6G2FP #workerrights
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Unseen's Human First Summit brought together survivors, businesses, and #modernslavery experts to explore how #livedexperience can drive meaningful action on modern slavery. Read more about this event and key insights from the day: www.unseenuk.org/human-first-...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
A consortium of leading anti‑slavery organisations, including Unseen, warns the UK is enabling a ‘low‑risk, high‑reward’ environment for traffickers. The new Decade of Dignity report sets out a 10‑year plan to reverse a failing response to #modernslavery. Read: www.unseenuk.org/major-report...
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Major report calls for sweeping overhaul of UK's modern slavery response - Unseen
A consortium of leading anti-slavery organisations including Unseen has warned that the UK is enabling a ‘low risk, high reward’ environment for traffickers and exploiters, and has set out a detailed ...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
The Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline Annual Assessment 2025 is now live. Our Annual Assessment is now available, bringing together the latest Helpline data on exploitation trends, risks, and emerging issues. Discover the insights now: www.unseenuk.org/modern-slave...
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Modern slavery cases in the UK reach new high amid concerns over migrant worker exploitation - Unseen
An assessment of the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline’s operations in 2025 including statistics and trends of modern slavery in the UK.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Join our live webinar from 1.30pm to 2.30pm on Tuesday 28 April to access the latest 2025 data on modern slavery and labour abuse. Learn more and register for this event here: www.unseenuk.org/join-our-liv... #EndModernSlavery #ModernSlaveryHelpline #Exploitation #HumanRights
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Join our live webinar to explore new Helpline insights on modern slavery - Unseen
Join the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline’s Annual Assessment webinar to hear the latest trends and stats on modern slavery in the UK.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
The 2026 employment law changes offer businesses a chance to strengthen #workerprotections, improve reporting, and reinforce #modernslavery safeguards across all operations. Read more: www.unseenuk.org/new-employme...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
The new #TISCguidance asks businesses to engage survivors. However, doing so safely isn’t always clear. Unseen’s Lived Experience Research Project is creating practical, survivor‑led guidance to change that. 🔗 www.unseenuk.org/giving-survi...
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Giving survivors a voice: Unseen’s Lived Experience Research Project - Unseen
Unseen is working with leading businesses to explore how organisations can put modern slavery survivors at the heart of business policies and processes in line with TISC guidance.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Modern slavery is costing the UK £60bn annually, but the human cost is far greater. Our CEO, Andrew Wallis, warned that removing key policing resources will leave more victims unseen and more offenders unchallenged. bit.ly/4sQTrkg
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Outcry as modern slavery unit is closed | The Observer
Funding is being cut from the task force, despite an ongoing investigation into a trafficking ring allegedly run by the late Harrod’s owner Al Fayed
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
The #exploitation in the Amanda Wixon case is sadly not uncommon. Our Deputy Director, Lauren Saunders, discussed this on BBC’s The World Tonight. Listen here (27:15–30:25): www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... If you’re concerned about exploitation, visit: www.modernslaveryhelpline.org #modernslavery
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Andrew Wallis OBE @andrewwallis.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
I spoke to The Economist @theeconomistnews.bsky.social for this piece. My concern is simple: without stronger law, Britain becomes the world’s dumping ground for tainted goods. www.economist.com/britain/2026... @unseenuk.bsky.social
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A landmark anti-slavery case adds suppliers to British firms’ risks
The dust settles in a Dyson dispute
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The Epstein and Al Fayed cases have prompted important public conversation. Read our response ⚖️ www.unseenuk.org/epstein-and-...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Explore what conversations with workers revealed about labour practices on construction sites, drawing on insights from Unseen’s 2025 site visits to highlight key issues affecting workers: bit.ly/4btk21j
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Insights from conversations with workers during 2025 construction site visits - Unseen
New 2025 insights from construction site visits into modern slavery risks and worker wellbeing across supply chains.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
After 18 years as founding CEO, Andrew Wallis OBE will step down this summer. This planned transition comes at a time of organisational strength and we thank Andrew for his extraordinary leadership and look to the future with confidence. Read more about this and Andrew's impact: bit.ly/4rzlxzT
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CEO Andrew Wallis moves on after nearly two decades of leading the fight against modern slavery - Unseen
CEO of Unseen, an anti-slavery charity, Andrew Wallis, moves on after nearly two decades of leading the fight against modern slavery
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
New research from Unseen shows recent #immigration laws are deterring victims from coming forward and weakening efforts to hold #traffickers to account. Read more: www.unseenuk.org/uks-modern-s... #modernslavery #exploitation #UKimmigration
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Through funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Unseen is engaging 15 hard to reach communities across the UK at heightened risk of #modernslavery. Learn more about this project by reading our latest article. bit.ly/4pGXCwQ #EndExploitation #NationalLottery #Unseen
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
There is no evidence of widespread abuse of the UK’s modern slavery system. But there is growing disbelief in victims and it’s costing survivors protection and justice. Our new report explains why restoring belief in survivors is crucial: www.unseenuk.org/uks-modern-s... #ModernSlavery
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Our new research shows recent legislation is deterring victims from coming forward and allowing traffickers to operate with impunity. #Modernslavery is not an #immigration loophole. It’s a serious crime. Read more: bit.ly/4qwQkwQ #UKImmigration #RestoringBelief #UKGovernment #HumanTrafficking
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UK’s modern slavery response weakened by immigration legislation - Unseen
The new immigration policies are undermining the UK's response to modern slavery and allowing traffickers to thrive.
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Andrew Wallis OBE @andrewwallis.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
One call to the UK’s Modern Slavery Helpline run by @unseenuk.bsky.social resulted in this nation.cymru/news/paedoph... #modernslavery #justice
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Paedophile who ran prostitution racket from luxury apartment is jailed
A Cardiff man who ran a prostitution operation involving young men from his luxury city centre apartment and earned tens of thousands of pounds has been jailed. Dafydd Evans, of the Hayes Apartments i...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
A new Bright Blue report, echoed by @theguardian.com, shows #asylumseekers are not widely misusing #modernslavery protections. Most referrals are genuine victims, and misuse occurs at the margins. Read the report and see the need for stronger enforcement to prevent exploitation: bit.ly/3MGu2dl
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Without stronger laws, the UK risks becoming a 'dumping ground' for goods linked to forced labour. New legislation could mandate human rights due diligence and keep forced-labour products out of the UK market. Read Unseen’s latest article: bit.ly/4q7xITE #EndModernSlavery #HumanRights
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New law will prevent human rights abuses and keep forced labour goods out of the UK market - Unseen
The UK is in need of new legislation to protect human rights norms and prevent the UK from becoming a dumping ground for forced labour goods.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
2025 showed what’s possible when people unite to end #modernslavery. From frontline support to research and campaigns. As the year ends, we’re reflecting on progress made thanks to our incredible teams, partners and supporters. Read Unseen’s year in review and what 2026 looks like: bit.ly/4pNkDPG
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Tackling modern slavery - breakthrough moments from 2025 and why we must do more - Unseen
From campaigns and sector-leading research to powerful fundraising efforts, business and frontline support, 2025 has shown what can be achieved when survivors, supporters, professionals and organisati...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
We’re pleased to see Unseen’s report referenced in The Independent on #HumanRightsDay, highlighting growing concerns around labour exploitation and risks faced by migrant workers. Tackling these issues remains urgent, and our Helpline data continues to show why. Read the article: bit.ly/3XQwlg9
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Rights of protestors, migrant workers and the disabled ‘being failed by government’
The new chairwoman of the Equality and Human Rights Commission has urged ministers to “ensure rights are protected across the nation”
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
@channel4tv.bsky.social has just released the UNTOLD film - Undercover Working Holidays: Stranded in Paradise. Unseen had the opportunity to work with the team on this to raise awareness of young UK adults who get ensnared into widespread #exploitation across Cyprus. Watch now: bit.ly/44Co0AD
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I Went Undercover as a Party Promoter In Ayia Napa | UNTOLD | Channel 4 Documentaries
Contains strong language. Tir Dhondy goes undercover in Ayia Napa, exposing working holiday packages that trap young workers in illegal work, sexual harassment, unsafe accommodation and exploitation across Cyprus. First shown: 8 Dec 2025 00:00 Intro 02:09 Working holiday packages 04:54 Going undercover 07:55 Getting a job 14:29 Unsafe accommodation and charges 22:32 Undercover on the strip 27:28 Laughing gas and pool party 30:58 Club owners and sexual harassment 35:26 Calling the rep and illegal work SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/Channel4Documentaries?sub_confirmation=1   About #4Docs: Welcome to Channel 4 Documentaries, the home of cutting-edge factual content, from the award-winning 24 Hours In Police Custody and Dispatches to provocative and powerful original true stories. From shocking crimes to ground-breaking investigations, follow detectives unravelling real-life murder cases, step into the shadows of hidden subcultures and witness the shocking realities of romance fraud. Subscribe now and bring yourself closer to the stories shaping our world. Check out some of our grittiest playlists: Untold: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y052N7fKqqI--hgoqi375K614 Must-Watch Originals: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y052A6nVxPmIM3ZWU2zCHShzI 24 Hours In Police Custody: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y052Dk7MMdf7NdmehsNIUGgMX Dispatches: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y052qcnyY1SQNUIXYP7tgVSdo Merseyside Detectives: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y052eqsZGhsytynzWwwSOcK6c Love Cheats: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y051Xi_rA0XIBXX0jg_574c6W Britain’s Cost Of Living Crisis: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y0538sW4rb4IUittO5FHV62A2 In Too Deep: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y050J58MpneDBnqz2Hk_zzBfs 24 Hours In A&E: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y051uPem0F3XQTWc02q_H8e6t The Push: Murder On The Cliff: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiC_gpE7y052cIZ-bXNeQf1iThyOXUzzp Stream on #Channel4
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
We've reached our target! Thank you for the incredible support for the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline. Every extra donation will still make a huge difference for people who need support. This is the last chance to donate. Every gift, big or small, makes a difference. bit.ly/44diuEd
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Power the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline – Big Give
This year we'll be fundraising for the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline. The Helpline is a lifeline for potential victims of modern slavery, human trafficking and exploitation. This free, confid...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
We’re incredibly close to reaching our target. If you haven’t already, please consider donating to our Big Give Christmas Appeal in support of the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline. Every donation is doubled at no extra cost to you: bit.ly/48GekGh #BigGive #ChristmasChallenge #Exploitation
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
We’re raising funds for the Modern Slavery Helpline. Supporter Ani says: “The only real way to be happy is to make other people happy, so this Christmas... use the money for the Big Give instead!” For one week, donations doubled at no extra cost. Donate now: bit.ly/3MfEqsg #BigGive
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
This is the week! 🎄 Unseen’s Big Give Christmas Challenge is live and all donations to the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline will be doubled until 9 Dec. Your support can change lives. Donate here: bit.ly/3Kt17bR #BigGive #ModernSlavery #ChristmasGiving #ChristmasChallenge
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Power the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline – Big Give
This year we'll be fundraising for the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline. The Helpline is a lifeline for potential victims of modern slavery, human trafficking and exploitation. This free, confid...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Big Give Week is LIVE! 🎉 On #GivingTuesday and the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, your donations to Unseen can go twice as far. From now until 9 Dec, every gift is doubled at no extra cost. Donate and double your impact: bit.ly/3Mcvwf5 #BigGive #ChristmasChallenge
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One call can change a life – from 2–9 December, support Unseen’s Helpline this Christmas - Unseen
Unseen is doing a one week fundraising appeal, raising £82,400 for the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline. A lifeline for potential victims of modern slavery, human trafficking and exploitation.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
This year, we’re asking you to stand with survivors again by supporting the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline. 📅 2–9 Dec: Every donation will be doubled at no extra cost. One call can change a life, help us be there to answer it: bit.ly/3KqtBCT #BigGive #ModernSlavery #ChristmasChallenge
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Hope for Justice @hopeforjustice.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
From January, @bawso.bsky.social, SOHTIS, @unseenuk.bsky.social & @medailletrust.bsky.social join a network of IMSAs from Hope for Justice and the Snowdrop Project who will work directly with survivors. Our ambition is that every adult survivor across the UK should have access to an accredited IMSA.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Step into the festive season with Unseen at Bath Abbey 🎶 Join us for an evening of carols and reflection as we celebrate the season. Come together meet our team, and enjoy a night of Christmas cheer in a stunning setting. Free tickets available now: bit.ly/47pno36 #Christmas #BathAbbey #Carols
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Andrew Wallis OBE @andrewwallis.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Joint letter to Shabana Mahmood, UK Home Secretary, from the CEOs of the leading anti slavery organisations calling on her to rethink the conflation of modern slavery and immigration. Please read and share widely. Thank you! www.unseenuk.org/joint-statem... @teamlabouruk.bsky.social
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Joint statement from CEOs on modern slavery protections and the 'Restoring order and control' policy paper - Unseen
In response to the UK government’s recent policy paper, Restoring order and control (November 2025), the CEOs of leading anti-slavery charities have written to the Home Secretary to raise concerns abo...
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Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre @vp-centre.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
📢 Call for abstracts 📢 We’re delighted to open the call for abstracts for LEPH2026, to be held in Leeds, UK from 6-9 September 2026. We encourage submissions from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, & community leaders. Deadline: 16/03/26 Read more and submit 👇 leph2026.org
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LEPH 2026
The Global Law Enforcement and Public Health Association (GLEPHA) and the ESRC Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre will jointly host the 8th International Law Enforcement and Public Health Conference, LEPH2026 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK from 6-9 September 2026.
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Our insights from the 2024 Annual Assessment on modern slavery in the UK have featured in @theguardian.com’s latest piece on #modernslavery risks in the UK construction sector. The data is clear: exploitation is closer than we think, and businesses must act now. Read more here: bit.ly/4o97cYQ
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UK construction workers at risk from modern slavery, charity warns
Helpline run by Unseen receives hundreds of calls a year from potential victims of exploitation
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
It’s #WorldChildrensDay, a reminder to protect our future generation. Across the UK, children are being exploited. Let’s raise awareness and keep every child safe. Learn about county lines: bit.ly/3LNatj2 #EndChildExploitation #CountyLinesAwareness #ProtectOurChildren #Safeguarding
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Our Deputy Director of Frontline Services joins the NCA's podcast, Underworld: Behind the Scenes of the NCA, to share powerful insights on modern slavery and its impact on survivors. Listen now: bit.ly/3LDT24e #ModernSlavery #Podcast
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Step into the festive season with Unseen at Bath Abbey 🎶 Join us for an evening of carols and reflection as we celebrate the season. Come together meet our team, and enjoy a night of Christmas cheer in a stunning setting. Free tickets available now: bit.ly/47pno36 #Christmas #BathAbbey #Carols
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Brandon Thomas, Business Consultant at Unseen, shows how survivors of modern slavery aren’t defined by #exploitation. By working with business, policy, and survivors, we can turn “graves” of pain into “gardens” of hope. Work with us: business@unseenuk.org #ModernSlavery #CSR #SupplyChain
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
This #AntiSlaveryWeek our CEO Andrew Wallis spoke at a North Wales Conference for Anti Slavery Wales 2025 on the economic realities of exploitation and chaired a powerful panel on adult exploitation. These are important conversations that drive action. Read more: bit.ly/47mauBz
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Modern slavery in the spotlight at major North Wales conference
On 16 October, professionals working on addressing Modern Slavery from across Wales and beyond met at Conwy Business Centre in Llandudno Junction and online for Anti-Slavery Wales 2025. This annual ev...
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
How much do you think modern slavery costs the UK? A. £100K B. £20mn C. £6bn D. £60bn Find out the answer: bit.ly/3WhesX9
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Unseen UK @unseenuk.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Modern slavery is costing the UK up to £60bn a year, yet investigations are falling while exploitation continues to rise. Read our CEO's full thought piece: www.unseenuk.org/the-60bn-wak... #ModernSlavery #EconomicCrime #HumanRights #EndExploitation #Unseen
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