Problems linked to prostitution could be solved by decriminalizing brothels, says a senior Greater Manchester Police officer.
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Deputy Chief Constable Simon Byrne said academic evidence supports this model, with benefits for sex workers including improved access health to services and increased personal security.

“An approach like this would help to bridge the gap between tackling neighbourhood nuisance and the exploitation of sex workers by organised criminals and gangs.”

Mr Byrne added that policing prostitution needed effective partnerships to support victimised individuals and communities with appropriate legislation and enforcement resources in order for it to work long term.

Further reading: UK Home Office report responding-to-prostitution