Who can submit an NRM referral?
First responders If you are not a first responder and you believe you have identified a victim of child trafficking then you will need to refer the child to a first responder in order for them to be referred into the NRM. The following are currently recognised as first responders: The National Crime Agency.
How do I make an NRM referral?
You should contact the Salvation Army as soon as possible to make the support referral (prior to the reasonable grounds decision which has a target of 5 working days). If the individual requires immediate support, you should contact the Salvation Army as soon as possible: by contacting them on 0800 808 3733 (24 hours).
What is conclusive ground decision?
Conclusive grounds decision – the decision from the Competent Authority that someone is definitely a victim of modern slavery.
What is an NRM?
The National Referral Mechanism (NRM) is a framework for identifying victims of human trafficking and ensuring they receive appropriate protection and Government-funded support. The information helps build a clearer picture of human trafficking in the UK.
Who is a first responder NRM?
First Responders are from organisations authorised to refer potential victims of modern slavery into the National Referral Mechanism (NRM). Theirr role is to identify and refer potential victims of modern slavery into support, where appropriate.
Why was the NRM introduced?
The NRM was introduced in 2009 to meet the UK’s obligations under the Council of Europe Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings. From 31st July 2015 the NRM was extended to all victims of modern slavery in England and Wales following the implementation of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
What is a positive RG?
Reasonable Grounds: Within five working days a decision maker in the relevant CA will decide whether there are ‘reasonable grounds’ (RG) to believe the individual is a potential victim of modern slavery. A positive CG decision means that the State has conclusively determined that they are a victim of modern slavery.
What does positive from NRM mean?
If an overseas domestic worker is referred into the NRM and issued a positive Reasonable Grounds. Decision after the expiration of their visa, they are not permitted to work in the UK while their case is. under consideration. (
When did the NRM start?
2009
The NRM was introduced in 2009 to meet the UK’s obligations under the Council of Europe Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings.
Who are the first responders for NRM?
How do I get referred through the NRM?
To be referred through the NRM, the first step is for there to be an interview. During the interview the NRM referral form is completed, this is then submitted to the UKHTC who make the decision as to whether someone is considered a victim of human trafficking. The interview is taken by what is called a ‘First responder’.
What changes have been made to the NRM?
Referral process unchanged by announcement of future reforms to the NRM. Updated national referral mechanism forms for adults and children (Scotland and Northern Ireland). England and Wales forms updated.
Who deals with NRM referrals in the UK?
The UK Border Agency, which deals with NRM referrals identified as part of the immigration process, for example where trafficking may be an issue as part of an asylum claim. The CA will assess the case and make a decision on whether an individual is a victim of trafficking.
How do I refer a child victim to the NRM?
In Northern Ireland referrals to the NRM should be made by the relevant HSCT. Other organisations that hold first responder status should refer child victims/suspected child victims of human trafficking to the relevant HSCT immediately. Potential child victims do not need to consent to their referral.