A Game of Chance? Long-term Support for Survivors of Modern Slavery

Based on interviews with NGOs and law enforcement across the UK (2017), this study argues that despite the introduction of the Modern Slavery Act in 2015, there remain serious gaps in long-term support for survivors. Across the sector, there is a perception that post the mandatory support offered for confirmed victims, the 45-day 'reflection and recovery' period, survivors facea. 'cliff-edge' scenario and are often at risk of homelessness, poverty and retrafficking. Particularly at risk are those survivors seeking asylum. Recommendations include a review of statutory support to provide more long-term, comprehensive care tailored to support individual survivors needs.