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Written question asked by Lord Field of Birkenhead (Labour) on Monday, 22 January 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 25 January 2018 (named day). It was answered by Victoria Atkins (Conservative) on Thursday, 25 January 2018 on behalf of the Home Office.

Slavery

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what data her Department collects on (a) housing provision for confirmed victims of modern slavery after they have left the National Referral Mechanism and (b) the number of such victims who become homeless after support from the Government has ended.

Answer

The Home Office does not routinely collect data on victims after they have left the National Referral Mechanism. In October 2017, the Government announced a package of reforms to the National Referral Mechanism including the development of a digitised casework system. It is anticipated that the digital system will improve our ability to collate and report on the progress of victims through the National Referral Mechanism.

The reform package additionally includes an extended period of move on support for confirmed victims. This will enable a more robust transition for victims leaving government funded support. In addition, the provision of a 6 month drop-in service will present the opportunity for continued engagement between support providers and confirmed adult victims.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
124178
Session
2017-19
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Databases Housing Homelessness Victims Slavery
Link
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