Currently, people found guilty of prostitution must disclose their convictions if they apply for jobs working with children or vulnerable adults.
However, people with other, non-sexual offences are not required to do so after they become “spent”.
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Call to relax job restrictions for former prostitutes
A Holyrood committee has backed ending the lifelong obstacle to convicted former prostitutes becoming teachers and working in other professions that involve helping vulnerable groups.
