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Criminal exploitation of children and vulnerable adults: county lines

'Criminal exploitation of children and vulnerable adults: county lines' guidance outlines what county lines (and associated criminal exploitation) is, signs to look for in potential victims, and what to do about it.

The document is a supplement to an organisation’s existing safeguarding policies, to help identify and protect those exploited through this criminal activity. It’s also aimed at:

  • Local partners in policing
  • Local authorities
  • Voluntary sector

This guidance is part of the cross-government approach to ending gang violence and exploitation. Access the policy guidance here.