Police granted closure orderon Bedford brothel in Adelaide Square
2024-10-21
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Police have successfully shut down a suspected brothel in Adelaide Square, Bedford, following months of complaints from local residents. The property, located in the Harpur ward, had been causing significant disturbances for neighbors, according to authorities.
On Wednesday, October 16, Luton Magistrates' Court granted a three-month closure order for the property, preventing anyone from .....
Top police officer urges government change brothel laws to keep sex workers safe
2022-12-21
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Dan Vajzovic, the National Police Chief Council’s lead for prostitution and sex work, told The Independent he is working alongside government officials to reassess brothel keeping legislation.
Politicians and campaigners said this marks a “milestone moment” as well as a change in approach from the police – arguing overhauling the law could save women’s lives.
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FKA twigs, Sisters Uncut & more sign letter against criminalising sex work
2021-04-09
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With an amenedment to the unloved Police Bill in parliament, it could happen that the Nordic model is introduced to England. The Nordic model bans the purchase of sex, while 'decriminilising the escort' The Nordic model will also ban advertising sites. There is a fierce battle building up to fight this amendment, and hopfully amend the police bill to fully decriminilise the sexwork. Many .....