Guidance

National Referral Mechanism child to adult transition

Information pack for young people in the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) turning 18.

• From: Home Office
• Published: 13 February 2026

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Information pack for young people in the NRM turning 18 (English, accessible)

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Information pack for young people in the NRM turning 18 (English)

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Information pack for young people in the NRM turning 18 (Arabic)

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Information pack for young people in the NRM turning 18 (Tigrinya)

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Information pack for young people in the NRM turning 18 (Vietnamese)

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Information pack for young people in the NRM turning 18 (Welsh)

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The National Referral Mechanism is a system in the UK that helps children and adults who might be victims of exploitation, human trafficking or modern slavery.

When you turn 18, you need to choose whether to stay in the National Referral Mechanism. This guide explains your options.

Professionals can also use this guide to help in conversations with young people about the National Referral Mechanism.

Published 13 February 2026