Global slavery expert is honoured for his work

Professor Kevin Bales from The University of Nottingham has been appointed a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in the Queen's New Year Honours. Professor Bales received the honour for his 'services to the global antislavery movement'. The Order of St Michael and St George is awarded to people who hold high office or who render extraordinary or important non-military service in a foreign country, and can also be awarded for important or loyal service in relation to foreign and Commonwealth affairs. The Order is the sixth most senior in the British Honours System. Professor Bales said: "I am thrilled to be receiving this honour. I am especially thrilled that the global anti-slavery movement is getting this kind of recognition. This is not an honour for me alone, but for all the people who are working towards wiping out slavery." 'A roadmap for slavery's end' There are more slaves alive today than in any point in human history.