MPs to launch inquiry into ‘survival sex’ by benefit claimants

Investigation in response to evidence that poverty forcing women into prostitution

MPs are to launch an inquiry into “survival sex” – where benefit claimants impoverished by universal credit or sanctions have turned to prostitution to pay rent or feed their families.

The Commons work and pensions select committee said the investigation was in response to evidence from charities that increasing numbers of women were forced by poverty into agreeing to sex for money.

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