Man charged with modern slavery offences in Rochdale

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    A man has been charged as part of an investigation into modern slavery in Rochdale.  

    In April 2018, an investigation into modern slavery and the supply of Class A drugs in Rochdale was launched .

    Asad Ali, 19, of Royds Street West, has been charged with arranging to facilitate the travel of another person with a view to exploitation under the Modern Slavery Act and conspiracy to supply Class A drugs.

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