The National Crime Agency says over 4500 serious and organised criminal groups now exist in the UK.
It claims crimes like child abuse, trafficking, and the drugs trade affect more UK citizens than all other national security threats combined.
UK Security Minister Ben Wallace says a new strategy and funding from the government will tackle the issue.
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