The National Crime Agency reveals new figures.
The number of UK-born children identified as being trafficked for sexual abuse more than doubled last year.
The National Crime Agency says 56 were flagged up as potential victims in 2013.
That's a rise of 155% on the previous year.
It's not clear whether they were being taken out of the country or moved within the UK.
Man, 44, seriously injured in hospital after crash between Comrie and Rosyth
A 44-year-old man's seriously injured in hospital after a crash between Crombie and Rosyth yesterday (Wednesday).
John Swinney announces SNP leadership bid
John Swinney's launched his bid to become the new leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland.
Closures on A92 from TONIGHT for roadworks
There's going to be closures on the A92 from tonight (Sunday).
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