Using research to end modern slavery

A new report published today looks in detail at what research is being undertaken about modern slavery in the UK and what research we still need. Modern slavery is a brutal abuse, denying people their dignity, safety and freedom. It affects millions worldwide and thousands here in the UK. In order to see more victims rescued and more perpetrators behind bars, experts need to know about the scales, causes and consequences of modern slavery and about the strategies to combat it. This can only be done by using the best possible research and evidence. Now, a new report looks at what current research is already taking place in the UK, and about UK slavery, and what else can be done. ' Researching Modern Slavery in the UK ' has been put together by Professor Kevin Bales CMG, Professor Sir Bernard Silverman and Dr Bodean Hedwards from the Rights Lab at the University of Nottingham, in partnership with the UK's Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner (IASC), Kevin Hyland OBE.