Forced marriage and school holidays

As the school holidays approach and travel restrictions are lifted, there is a risk of children being taken abroad, and being forced to marry. Forced marriage is illegal.

We need to stay alert to Signs of children and young people being in potential danger of Forced Marriage. It is important to act quickly, without alerting family members or friends who may be part of the plans.

Find out how to get help

LBTH MAST (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Team)

The multi-disciplinary ‘front door’ to Children’s Social Care and can be contacted if you have concerns that a child/young person is being sexually exploited.

Contact

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Tel: 020 7364 5601or 020 7364 5606

Out of hours

Tel: 020 7364 4079

For more information, visit the LBTH MAST (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Team) page.

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