Freedom of information (FOI) disclosure log

Date Sent: August 12, 2026

Conclusion: Partial Release

Description: I would be grateful if you would provide answers to the following questions under the Freedom of Information Act. • In 2025, how many adult safeguarding concerns did you receive where the subject was considered to be experiencing or at risk of experiencing sexual exploitation? • Of those referrals, how many resulted in (1) a Section 42 enquiry, and (2) other safeguarding enquiries? • Is there a multi-agency forum in this local authority area which discusses individual cases of children who have been subject to sexual exploitation (e.g. Slavery Exploitation Risk Assessment Conference)?1 o If yes:  Please provide the name(s) of the group(s)  Does it focus specifically on sexual exploitation or on exploitation or other forms of harm more broadly?  What happens when a child subject to multi-agency case management in relation to sexual exploitation turns 18?2 • Is there a multi-agency forum in this local authority area which discusses individual cases of adults who have been subject to sexual exploitation (e.g. Slavery Exploitation Risk Assessment Conference)?1 o If yes:  Please provide the name(s) of the group(s)  Does it focus specifically on sexual exploitation or on exploitation or other forms of harm more broadly?  Which agencies are involved? • What housing pathways are available for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness due to fleeing sexual exploitation?3 • Do you commission a service to support women who have experienced sexual exploitation and/or who are involved in the sex industry? • If yes: o How much funding is provided? o Is this funded via a particular funding stream? o Is the funding specifically for support for those who have experienced sexual exploitation and/or who are involved in the sex industry, or is this part of a wider service (e.g. a sexual assault service that also supports those who have experienced sexual exploitation)?

Attachments: FOI_Response_788.doc