Scottish government confirms it will not back prostitution offences bill
Summary
The Scottish government has decided not to support a bill that aims to criminalize paying for sex. The bill, introduced by independent MSP Ash Regan, would create new offences related to prostitution. The government's concerns include enforcement issues and the potential risk of increased violence against sex workers.Key Facts
- The Scottish government will not support the Prostitution (Offences and Support) (Scotland) Bill.
- Independent MSP Ash Regan introduced the bill.
- The bill seeks to make paying for sex a criminal offense.
- It also proposes repealing the current offence of soliciting by prostitutes.
- The government is concerned about enforcing the bill and potential violence against sex workers.
- Without government backing, the bill is unlikely to pass.
- Some SNP MSPs might still support the bill, though the Greens oppose it.
- Ministers plan to introduce a similar bill more carefully designed in the future if re-elected.
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