How to report modern slavery and human trafficking
If you or someone you know is or might be a victim of modern slavery or human trafficking, you can report it in different ways.
Report an emergency to the police
If someone’s life or safety is in danger right now, call 999.
If it’s not safe to speak
Call 999 then press 55. You’ll be transferred to the police. How to make a silent 999 call.
If you’re deaf, have hearing loss or are speech impaired
Dial 18000 if you use a textphone.
If you’re registered with the emergency SMS service, you can text the police on 999.
Report a non-emergency to the police
If it’s not an emergency, you should contact the police:
- call 101
- dial 18001 if you use a textphone
- tell the police online
- find and report it at your local police station
Report it anonymously to Crimestoppers
Call: 0800 555 111
Report it to Crimestoppers online.
More ways to report and get support for modern slavery or human trafficking
As well as telling the police, you can get help in other ways.
If you’re concerned for yourself, your children or someone you know, it’s ok to contact support services. It could make a difference.
Helplines and support services
Modern slavery and exploitation helpline
For victims, the public and professionals. Call or report concerns online.
Call: 08000 121 700, 8am to 9pm every day.
Salvation Army helpline
Call the confidential helpline if you think someone is a victim of modern slavery.
Call: 0800 808 3733, 24 hours a day, every day.
Visit the Salvation Army website.
Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority
Report concerns about the mistreatement of workers.
Call: 0800 432 0804
Email: intelligence@glaa.gsi.gov.uk
Download the STOP app
Available in 15 languages, you can report suspected human trafficking by text and upload photos and videos. The app is anonymous, confidential and secure.
Find out more and download the STOP app.
Human Trafficking Foundation Survivor Hub
Information to help survivors find:
- training and work opportunities
- research opportunities
- housing support
- mental health support
- support providers
- legal advice