Two Stafford car washes visited as part of police's modern slavery crackdown
Police conducted multi-agency visits to two car washes in Stafford to ensure the welfare and wellbeing of workers.
Stafford police officers have visited two car washes in the area in a drive to tackle modern slavery in the region.
The force said that they spoke to staff about their “working conditions, wages and wellbeing” but officers said “no issues were raised”.
The police also said that the purpose of these visits is to improve relationships with business owners in the local area.
Staffordshire Police conducted patrols along with immigration enforcement officers, the Fair Work Agency, His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and staff from the Justice and Care charity.
PC Helen Walker from Staffordshire Police said: “We have conducted these multi-agency visits to ensure the welfare and wellbeing of workers and to gain a deeper understanding of business operations.
“We visited two car washes to speak to members of staff about their working conditions, wages and wellbeing. Thankfully, no issues were raised.
“If you have concerns about a business, or any unusual activity in your area, please let us know.”
Any concerns about modern slavery should be directed to police by calling 101, getting in touch through Staffordshire Police’s website.
In an emergency, call 999.
To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.