Economy's €1.2bn from prostitution and drugs shows 'foothold' of organised crime

The Immigrant Council of Ireland said figures confirming that prostitution and drugs account for an estimated €1.2bn of our economic activity – or 0.7% of GDP – again underline the foothold organised crime has in our communities.

Economy's €1.2bn from prostitution and drugs shows 'foothold' of organised crime

The Immigrant Council of Ireland said figures confirming that prostitution and drugs account for an estimated €1.2bn of our economic activity – or 0.7% of GDP – again underline the foothold organised crime has in our communities.

The Council said the cash generated is fuelling sex-trafficking and human rights abuses.

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