Emily Kenway

A homeless man asleep in Edinburgh, where the author carried out research into the link between drug use and exploitation. Serge Bertasius Photography/Shutterstock

February 28, 2025

Homeless Britons say cost of addiction is forcing them into modern slavery – so why are they not being recognised as victims?

Emily Kenway, University of Edinburgh

I’ve met many homeless British people who have been exploited. It seems to be addiction, more than homelessness, that puts them in harm’s way.

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Homeless Britons say cost of addiction is forcing them into modern slavery – so why are they not being recognised as victims?

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