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Abuse of Power or Vulnerability
Taking advantage of someone’s needs, fears, age, immigration status, disability, or trust to control or exploit them.
This information is not legal advice – it is meant to signpost information only. Please seek a professional opinion before taking action.
Legal definition
The Modern Slavery Act (2015) recognises vulnerability and unequal power as key indicators of exploitation.
What it looks like in real life
Adults targeting children or young people.
Using someone’s homelessness, poverty, visa status, or trauma against them.
Exploitation by someone in a trusted role (partner, employer, authority figure).
A person feeling they “have no other option.”
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