Border control staff across the country are stepping up their efforts to protect young girls at risk of female genital m

The video discusses the challenges faced by staff in identifying potential victims of female genital mutilation (FGM) among thousands of passengers. It highlights the high alert status of specialist teams focusing on flights to and from countries practicing FGM. Despite new protection orders allowing arrests and passport seizures, stopping FGM remains difficult. The video also presents alarming statistics of FGM in the UK and shares a personal story of a survivor, emphasizing the critical role of border control as a last hope for many potential victims.

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