Written questions

Human Trafficking

Lords · Question HL14589 · Tabled 12 Feb 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 14 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Foulkes of Cumnock

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of whether enrolment on English-language courses in the UK has been used to support visa applications connected to trafficking or exploitation; and if so, whether any cases of concern have bee

Answer

Answered by Lord Hanson of Flint, 14 Apr 2026

The Home Office monitors trafficking and exploitation risks across the immigration system, and identifies and supports potential victims including through the National Referral Mechanism.However, there is no evidence indicating systemic misuse of English‑...