In August 2024, the BCC reported 35 migrant fishers from the Philippines, Ghana, India and Sri Lanka have been recognised as victims of modern slavery by the Home Office. The workers were employed by TN Trawlers on the southern coast of Scotland.

Workers report experiencing various labour rights violations, including the retention of identity documents, working 18-hour days, seven days a week, wages below the minimum wage, a lack of access to water or food, violence, unsafe working conditions, and restricted access to medicines, among other abuses.

The TN Group has denied the allegations of modern slavery and trafficking, and said it treated its workers well.

In October, it was reported that the victims secured GBP 20,000 compensation from the UK Government. The fishermen argued the Government had failed to have in place systems to protect their rights.