Scottish Government delayed prostitution law change to avoid row with Greens,
2024-03-11
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In the ongoing discourse surrounding sex work legislation, the Green Party stands out for its commitment to progressive policies aimed at safeguarding the rights and well-being of sex workers. Maggie Chapman, the Scottish Greens spokesperson for justice, equality, and human rights, has been a vocal advocate for this cause, shedding light on the dangers inherent in approaches like that advocated b .....
Criminalising purchase of sex, such as in Ireland, increases risk of violence, says Council of Europ
2024-02-17
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The Council of Europe (COE), a prominent organization dedicated to human rights, democracy, and the rule of law on the continent since its establishment in 1949, has consistently advocated for the protection of marginalized groups. Among these, sex workers often face stigma and violence, exacerbated by laws criminalizing the purchase of sex, as highlighted by COE's Commissioner for Human Righ .....
Second bid to ban strip clubs defeated as council votes to keep existing venues
2024-02-07
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A second attempt to prohibit strip clubs in Edinburgh has been thwarted as councillors voted to allow the city's three existing venues to remain open. However it was voted down by seven votes to two.
The Labour administration of the council proposed imposing a 'nil cap' on sexual entertainment venues, intending to force their closure due to concerns about their alleged .....
Scottish crackdown on illicit brothels
2023-12-29
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Police Scotland is set to enlist the support of officers from Romania as part of an initiative aimed at aiding women who have fallen victim to sex trafficking.
The initiative has received backing from the Home Office and the Romanian Embassy in London, which will facilitate the temporary deployment of two Romanian officers for a six-month period, commencing on January 8.
This developmen .....
The Riskiest Sex Positions Revealed!
2023-12-28
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Hold onto your hats, folks, because the bedroom battlefield has been riddled with danger – and it's not just due to the high stakes of pleasure-seeking endeavors. In a startling revelation, a daring doctor has sounded the alarm bells on the most treacherous sex position, backed by alarming statistics and cautionary tales that'll make you rethink your next move between the sheets.
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Edinburgh Council racking up scandalous costs in its attempt to close strip clubs
2023-12-08
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Edinburgh's endeavors to implement a new licensing scheme for strip clubs have once again stumbled into delays, as the council disclosed the need for additional legal counsel. This admission follows their persistent pursuit to close down the city's strip clubs, despite the staggering expense incurred by taxpayers—a hefty £208,000 bill footed for the failed previous attempt.
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Susan Dalgety seeking to close Edinburgh strip clubs
2023-10-30
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Councillors voted to address the city's existing four venues last year by reducing the number of establishments to zero, but a subsequent court ruling overturned the decision, emphasizing that the Regulatory Committee members who initially made the decision had received erroneous advice.
As we look forward to December, councillors will revisit this matter, we can hope they will consider .....
Labour leader of Edinburgh council still wants to ban city’s strip clubs
2023-10-26
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The ban on strip clubs in Edinburgh has raised eyebrows for its nonsensical nature, as the Labour leader of the city council throws his weight behind a second attempt to close down these establishments. What makes this move even more confounding is the staggering legal bill taxpayers were slapped with for the failed first attempt, a hefty £200,000.
Councillor Cammy Day has indicated hi .....
Ash Regan bids to criminalise paying for sex in Scotland
2023-10-18
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Former candidate for leadership within the Scottish National Party (SNP), Ash Regan, has embarked on an initiative known as the "Unbuyable" campaign, with the primary objective of establishing a legal prohibition on the transactional aspect of sexual services. Regan, a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) and previously a minister responsible for community safety, seeks to curtail th .....
Edinburgh Review: ADULTS at Traverse Theatre
2023-08-24
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Gina: Hey, have you heard about the new play at the Traverse Theatre? It's by Kieran Hurley, the same person who did Mouthpiece.
Sophie: Oh yeah, I remember Mouthpiece. What's this new play called?
Gina: It's called Adults. It's basically a comedy about misunderstandings and conflicts between generations, you know, millennials and boomers.
Sophie: Sounds interesting .....