UTIACp 1. Whilst former victims of trafficking in Thailand constitute members of a particular social group, not all will be at risk of serious harm on return; the risk will depend upon a number of factors and must be assessed on a case by case basis.
2. Relevant factors will include the age, marital status, domestic background, educational level, qualifications and work experience of the appellant. The availability of employment and a familial or other support network will also be significant factors.
3. Although anti-trafficking legislation has been implemented, the involvement of corrupt officials with traffickers and/or criminals has weakened the steps taken by the government to combat trafficking.
Judges:
Kekic SIJ
Citations:
[2010] UKUT 118 (IAC)
Links:
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Immigration
Updated: 19 August 2022; Ref: scu.416340