Should brothels be legalised in the UK.?
829530
We in Scotland already have Tolerance areas/saunas for prostitutes, and it seems to be working well, not only can the authorities monitor what is going on, and put a stop to Pimping, but the girls also get regular health checks to help prevent the spread of diseases, and the girls work in a safe enviroment. Whether you agree with what they do or not, is it not better to monitor what goes on than have a bunch of Eastern European, Aids ridden prostitutes who are being pimped by criminal gangs or to feed drug habbits, and causing a nuisance to the public in certain areas they use? They're going to do it anyway, why not make it safer for everyone.
311688
Some idiots will tell you that it is because men want to control women.  Other idiots will tell you that it is because of religious nuts. \n\nTruth is, society has deemed prostitution to be harmful to society.  Personally, I don't think prostitution should be a criminal activity.  \n\nProstitution is legal in parts of Nevada.  It should be legal in every state.
60981
Escort service, no. Brothel yes. It all depends upon what the escorts do while they are out on call. This is a pretty fine line to walk, and you should expect to be checked out periodically by the authorities should you decide to run a legitimate (aka no sex) escort service. Then there is Nevada, in which anything goes...
587349
Certain countries in Europe have legalized it and have had no adverse effects.  Others have had problems.  It primarily depends on the culture of the people there.  It can dramatically reduce the occurance of STD's by instituting mandatory monitoring and treatment as well as control standards (i.e. condoms, cleanliness quidelines).  It would reduce adult trafficing beccause the need would be filled legally.  As for child prostsitution, that's a completely different game and the legalization of adult prostitution would hve little to no impact on it.
722572
Just read the crap that people post on Yahoo answers...how would it make a difference?  Stop making up your own crap.  Yes prostitution is legal and actually the ages of the girls is even younger than 10. Overrun...stop being so dramatic.
191649
This country is legislating morality.  Prostitution goes against the religious values of our Christian majority.  I believe the government feels it must protect us from our selves Plus the government does not make any money from it.  Where are the lobbyist for prostitution\nEX\nIts ok that cigarette smoking kills our people and is a major drain on this countries health care system because it does not go against the religious morals.  Plus the goverment is making money from this industry.\n\nIf prostitution was legal it could be regulated. It would be safer for all invloved.  It could be taxed and income could be received.   Areas could be set up to police it and make it unobtainable to our youth.
591518
It's not illegal in itself, but brothels (classed as two-or-more prostitutes working from the same address) are.
858514
I think that your ideas are excellent but doubt they will ever happen due to the old favourite "human rights" but what about the rights of the man on the street??\nPersonally, I would bring back public flogging and use murderers -  or other criminals who are never going to be freed (ie; rose west, yorkshire ripper) for medical experiments to help research and drug testing.\nI would also put anyone over 16 on an ASBO directly into 5 years army service.
1048542
great idea, look at the example nevada puts forth; increased revenue for the state, clean prostitutes who are checked regularly for STDs, and happy customers.. WIN WIN WIN.
1113005
Yes, I do.  Medical massage therapists are allowed to rub people with their hands to make them feel good.  Sex workers use stimulation to make people feel good.  The only difference seems to be the religious ramifications.  It is a throwback to our stupid Puritanical roots.  I don't think any laws should be based on religious standards, and the law against prostitution is based only on that. \n\nAnd for those who say that venereal disease is the reason it should be illegal, I disagree.  If prostitution were regulated, STD rates in sex workers/patrons would decrease.    \n\nSome people are good at math, some are great artists, and others are good at sensual acts.  I don't see why a woman or man who wants to use his or her body to make money should be denied.  After all, isn't that the same thing professional athletes and models do?
759859
Yes. After all, cigarrettes and smoking is not any lesser killer than drugs. But still they are legal.\n\n   Prostitution is the oldest profession of humans. How is it so bad as to be banned compared to pornography (which is flourishing, especially with the internet) ?\n\n    I am pretty sure for people who know how to avoid drugs and prostitution, it really does not matter whether they are legal or not.\n\n      So, just like smoking, both drugs and prostitution should be "use at your own risk" and not prohibited by law.
1164921
I believe it's more the other way around.  With the exception of prostitutes.  Ask one of them.
576245
to legalize and regulate for example a 'red-light' district which would put the pimps out of work and provide health care for the gals BUT morality steps in and says its wrong to pay for sex, to encourage extramarital sex and to allow this behavior in society.  However, they don't call it the world's oldest profession for nothing.
997858
Yes,,,,,,,,there should be an unambiguous law to protect practitioners.........and customers.........as my momma once said..........Prostitutes are a necessary evil.......well im all into legalising a need and a want,,,with some come back...
770582
Well, European countries are more open to this topic as you know. But , you must know that prostitution exists in every part of the world. Yes. Even, Saudi Arabia. \n\n  Religion/culture does not stop men from doing evilness. I am talking about forced prostitution. \n\nAs for Bangladesh, there are plenty of them. You just dont hear about them as much because of whatever reasons. Have you never heard of the Red Light Districts in Calcutta? They have the same culture as us. The situation over there is ridiculous. \n\nSince you brought the topic up. You must know that in many Islamic counties like Pak, Saudi, Iran, Yemen, and etc..poor girls from countries like bangladesh are exploited as prostitutes. Now that you know, spead the word to save our sisters.\n\nOne other thing, being Muslim does not mean you are imune to such things. In my opinion, many muslims have a thing in them that make them very evil towards girls. You might think I am crazy but what about the 250 000 sisters raped by Pakistani Muslims. Even in BD, thugs kill women's soul without much provocation.
440085
no esp if you live in the uk, we are all under dictator tony. i think i should stand in my own party would anyone vote for me, at least there would be on wat under me. i say make love and not war. \nand i would let all the fit girls into the country. yum
1061242
i think prostitution is overrated, if people wanna have sex and get paid way not. a women can have sex with many men and get nothing is considered a whore, but if the men throw her a few dollars, she is a prostitute, why? why give it up for free. my take is if a guy friend of mine want's to have sex with me and my light bill is due, and i don't have it, hey, why not, get the bill paid and feel good while doing it