Calling the tune? Some observations on Paying the Price: a consultation paper on prostitution

Soothill, Keith L. and Sanders, T. (2004) Calling the tune? Some observations on Paying the Price: a consultation paper on prostitution. Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology, 15 (4). pp. 642-659. ISSN 1478-9949

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Abstract

This article focuses on the shortcomings and dangers of the recent Home Office consultation paper on prostitution. First, what is certainly missing is an historical perspective by which one can judge what sort of contribution the proposals are attempting to make. The de-contextualization of the proposals may be deliberate or unintentional but the danger is real. Second, we consider what is potential misinformation in the consultation document that risks perpetuating myths associated with prostitution. Here we note the complexity of the assertion that prostitution is dangerous and call for a more realistic understanding of the public health issues. Third, we focus on the potential mismanagement towards which a consultation document of this kind can perhaps unwittingly lead. We point out how models of regulation suggested as solutions in the consultation paper could reinforce measures to displace individuals rather than facilitate safe, consensual commercial sex. Finally, we suggest that the primary mission should in the first instance be the protection of minors rather than a diffuse attempt to tackle prostitution in all its forms.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology
Uncontrolled Keywords:
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Subjects:
?? prostitutionsexual healthviolenceregulationtraffickingchild prostitutionclinical psychologypsychiatry and mental healthhm sociology ??
ID Code:
10571
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Deposited On:
17 Jul 2008 15:27
Refereed?:
Yes
Published?:
Published
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15 Jul 2024 09:16