Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Mike Freer and Tim Farron

Tuesday 9th January 2024 Commons Chamber

[Tim Farron (Westmorland and Lonsdale) (LD)]

Under the Illegal Migration Act 2023, victims of human trafficking who arrived in the UK via irregular routes would not have legal recourse to receive support under modern slavery provisions. Are Ministers comfortable with that? They do not look like monsters, so I assume not. If they are not, what will they do about it?

[Mike Freer]

I will have to write to the hon. Gentleman and check exactly what the provisions are for legal aid under the Illegal Migration Act. I am more than happy to provide him with the details and meet him if necessary.