Three people have been arrested on suspicion of modern slavery offences following police operations at care homes in South Wales.

Allegations that some staff at Danygraig Nursing Home in Newport and Ashville Residential Care Home in Brithdir are victims of modern slavery, are being investigated by Gwent Police.

Two men from the Newport area, and a man from Surrey have been arrested and remain in custody.

Investigators said a reception centre for potential victims has been set up and specialist officers from the force's Human Trafficking Team are working with the British Red Cross, the Salvation Army and others to support them.

Officers thanked the residents and their families for their co-operation.

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Detective Chief Superintendent Nicky Brain said: "Due to the nature of the investigation, we are fully aware the warrants that have taken place today may cause concern to residents of these homes and their families.

"We would like to reassure them that this investigation is not as a result of any concerns raised regarding crimes committed against people residing in these homes."