Prostitutes should not be trapped in living hell

The recently published series of articles in the Irish Examiner on prostitution, trafficking and other related issues will, I hope, help progress and expedite the Human Trafficking Bill soon to be implemented by Minister for Justice Alan Shatter.

I compliment your reporters on a well balanced and constructive presentation to these almost unmentionable social issues. It was journalism at its best.

The people who suffer most are often women who have already suffered physical and sexual abuse in childhood. They are being further stigmatised, isolated and driven underground. The legislation must come sooner rather than later with the provision incorporated, for health, welfare, rehabilitation and protection of prostitutes.