Four UK Taxi Drivers Jailed for Smuggling Migrants to France in Lorry Scheme
Four UK-based taxi drivers were convicted and sentenced for participating in a migrant smuggling ring that transported illegal migrants from the UK to France concealed in lorries. At the center of the operation was Madjid Belabes, who earned around £290,000 by charging migrants £1,200 each for passage to mainland Europe. The scheme was active from late 2022 to late 2023, with Belabes orchestrating at least 26 separate runs. The migrants, mainly from Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco, entered the UK legally on tourist visas, using Britain as a transit point to reach France illegally. In one notable incident, French officials discovered... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 14:18
Thousands Await Decisions in UK Modern Slavery Victim Cases, National Referral Mechanism Shows
The UK government’s National Referral Mechanism (NRM) currently has a significant number of cases pending a conclusive grounds decision for potential victims of modern slavery. These cases are referred by authorized first responders such as police forces, local authorities, NGOs, and government agencies tasked with identifying and supporting victims. Potential victims remain in limbo as authorities assess whether individuals meet the criteria for modern slavery protections. This delay can hinder victims' access to vital support services including housing, medical care, and legal assistance. The backlog reflects the ongoing pressure on the UK’s system to process and respond to modern slavery... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 09:54
