Summary
You should now understand the nature and extent of human trafficking.
Key Points
The main reasons for human trafficking are:
- Sexual exploitation
- Domestic
- Bonded/forced labour
In Scotland, the top 3 sources countries are:
- Romania
- Czech Republic
- Slovakia
Traffickers have many mechanisms to maintain control over their victims.
Victims are trapped in a range of difficult circumstances:
- Social
- Legal
- Psychological
- Financial