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Should buying sex be a crime?

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Alba MSP Ash Regan’s (pictured) Prostitution Bill could make it illegal to pay for sexual services.

Martin asks the former SNP leadership candidate how her suggested law change, which has been criticised by some who work in the industry, will protect women.

And Natalie and Martin discuss your reaction to our interview with Rose Docherty: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002c1j8

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Published on Tuesday, 20th May 2025.

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