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3 Arrested in Greater Manchester Police as part of a major modern slavery operation. GMP targeted forced labor in the region. The coordinated raid took place on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at an abattoir on Higher Bury Street in Stockport. A second warrant executed at a residential property on Merlin Road in Blackburn, Lancashire. In total, 3 Arrested in Greater Manchester Police during this significant operation. Arrests and Investigation by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) 3 Arrested in Greater Manchester Police Modern Slavery Operation A man and a woman, both in their thirties, were arrested on suspicion of human trafficking and offenses related to slavery, servitude, and forced labor under The Modern Slavery Act. Another man, also in his thirties, attempted to flee the abattoir...

More than 700 migrants made the perilous journey across the English Channel in 11 small boats yesterday, according to recent government figures. This surge in crossings marks a significant event in the ongoing migration crisis, which has seen thousands of people risk their lives attempting to reach the UK in small, overcrowded boats. The number of crossings, despite numerous interventions and policies aimed at deterring such dangerous journeys, remains a persistent challenge for both the UK and neighboring countries like France. The total number of people crossing the Channel this year is slightly up—by 1%—compared to this time last year. While this may seem like a minor increase, it contrasts sharply with the 20% drop seen compared to the same period in 2022. This fluctuation highlight...

The August bank holiday has arrived, signaling the end of summer for many who are heading back to work after their vacations. This weekend, many Britons will be returning from Europe through ports, airports, and the Channel Tunnel. Their journeys may involve delays and border checks, and it's unlikely that the summer of 2024 will be as smooth for travelers in the near future. In a few months, the European Union will implement its new "Entry-Exit System" (EES) for UK citizens, requiring fingerprint and biometric recognition for all visitors to the EU's Schengen area by the end of this year. Starting in November 2025, British travelers will need to obtain a visa-like permit in advance at a cost of €7 (£6) for a three-year duration. This system is expected to cause delays and increase cost...