Sexual Exploitation
Councils are currently implementing new strategies to prevent harm and protect vulnerable individuals from sexual exploitation.
Islington Council launched its Youth Safety Strategy for 2025-2030 in June 2026, adopting a public health approach to protect young people by identifying and preventing harm. The Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee discussed this strategy in June 2026, which also focuses on supporting those at risk and disrupting offenders.
Hillingdon Council's Cabinet endorsed a Community Safety Strategy for 2026-2029 in February 2026. This strategy includes tackling violence against women and girls, reducing serious violence, and preventing harm through early intervention and safeguarding.
The topic of sexual exploitation involves the act of exploiting an individual for sexual purposes, which councils are addressing through comprehensive safety strategies focused on prevention, early intervention, and the protection of vulnerable individuals.
Key facts
- Islington Council launched its Youth Safety Strategy for 2025-2030 in June 2026. Source
- The Islington Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee discussed the Youth Safety Strategy in June 2026. Source
- Hillingdon Council's Cabinet endorsed a Community Safety Strategy for 2026-2029 in February 2026. Source
- Islington's Youth Safety Strategy adopts a public health approach to protect young people. Source
- Hillingdon's Community Safety Strategy aims to tackle violence against women and girls. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.