Six held as part of human trafficking investigation
2024-04-22
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Six individuals in London and Romania have been arrested in connection with a police investigation into human trafficking, where women are lured into prostitution using "loverboy tactics."
On Friday morning, 133 officers conducted raids in both countries, uncovering six suspected victims of modern slavery in London.
The Metropolitan Police suspect an organized crime network is .....
Sex workers in the UK at the mercy of Banks
2024-04-22
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Barclays Bank's decision to freeze Becky Webster's account last year left her without access to her son's state benefit payments for over a week. This marked the 15th time Webster, a former NHS worker who now works full-time as an escort, had been denied a bank account or had one closed.
In response, Webster started a petition urging MPs to ensure that sex workers can access bank .....
Brothel found in Bournemouth town centre
2024-04-18
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Two women were rescued following the discovery of a brothel in Bournemouth town center. Authorities responded to reports of suspicious activity in the Richmond Hill area on Tuesday, April 16th. Subsequently, a brothel was identified, leading to the arrest of a 59-year-old man on suspicion of human trafficking offenses. He has been released on bail pending further investigation.
A spokesperso .....
How to meet your sexual needs with a dating site?
2024-04-15
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We, humanity, from ancient times valued three things - wealth, life, and love (don’t worry, it’s
random order). And during all progress, the meaning of these words can change from man
to man, woman to woman, the only thing that remains unchanged is that we still need it. In
our age, love comes in all possible shapes: gay, interracial, serious, or not at all. ‘Tis new
for .....
Calls for independent review of Irish prostitution laws
2024-04-08
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Solicitor Maura Butler SC was appointed in July 2020 to lead an independent review of Part 4 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 2017, a law that criminalizes the purchase of sex but not its sale. However, Ms. Butler was unable to complete the review, and the Department of Justice announced in February that it would proceed with the review internally, without appointing a new independent re .....
Stacey Dooley - the case for legalisation of brothels.
2024-04-08
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In the serene atmosphere of the Mustang Ranch, the oldest legal brothel in Nevada, a unique sense of safety and comfort envelops both workers and clients alike. Here, amidst the backdrop of saloon-style decor reminiscent of the American West, a dedicated team ensures that every aspect of the experience is meticulously cared for. From the vigilant security guards at the gates to the fully-catered .....
Julie Bindel is Still around
2024-04-03
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Arrrgh. This came up in my time line. Julie Bindel on why Sex Work is Bullshit. I hadn't heard Julie for several years now, I thought she had disappeared, but no she is going strong on her pet project, the extinction of Sex Work.
Watch at your peril, this is a Trigger Warning.
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Colombia bans prostitution in areas that are popular with tourists
2024-04-02
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The mayor of Medellín, Colombia's second-largest city, announced on Monday a six-month prohibition on prostitution in select neighborhoods, citing the imperative need to prevent the sexual exploitation of minors.
Federico Gutiérrez, the Mayor of Medellín, outlined in a press briefing that the ban will be enforced in the Provenza and El Poblado neighborhoods, known fo .....
X (Twitter) is testing NSFW adult communities,
2024-04-01
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X is demonstrating its commitment to diversifying its offerings. The platform, formerly Twitter, is actively exploring enhancements to its Communities feature, including the possibility of allowing users to create groups for adult content, according to app researchers.
Researcher Daniel Buchuk of Watchful, a company specializing in app development and performance analysis, recently uncovered .....
Strippers get bill of rights in US state
2024-03-27
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In a significant stride forward for workers in the sex industry, strippers in the state of Washington have achieved groundbreaking workplace protections following the enactment of a bill of rights by Governor Jay Inslee.
Signed into law on Monday, this legislation places strippers on equal legal footing with workers in any other profession, marking a pivotal moment in the fight for recogniti .....