adult safeguarding
Councils are discussing strategies to prevent modern slavery and reviewing adult safeguarding operating models.
Barnet Council's modern slavery strategy, published in July 2024, is focusing on preventing exploitation. An update provided in March 2026 highlighted a new referral pathway to increase reporting and awareness within the borough, alongside the publication of its Modern Slavery Act Transparency Statement for 2026-27.
Croydon Council decided in July 2025 to review its adult safeguarding operating model, which protects adults at risk of abuse or neglect, aiming to improve resident experiences and outcomes. The council plans to embed residents' insights into decision-making through workshops, interviews, and surveys for a refreshed Adult Social Care and Health Strategy.
Key facts
- An update on Barnet's modern slavery strategy was provided in March 2026. Source
- Barnet published its Modern Slavery Act Transparency Statement for 2026-27. Source
- Barnet's modern slavery strategy was published in July 2024. Source
- Croydon Council decided to review its adult safeguarding operating model in July 2025. Source
- Croydon's decision followed a review of the Adult Social Care and Health Local Account 24-25. Source
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