The Dynamics of Male and Female Street Prostitution in Manchester, England

Men and Masculinities, Forthcoming

Queen's University Belfast Law Research Paper No. 07

23 Pages Posted: 24 Dec 2015 Last revised: 20 Sep 2018

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Graham Ellison

Queen's University Belfast - School of Law

Ronald Weitzer

George Washington University - Department of Sociology

Date Written: December 23, 2015

Abstract

This paper examines male street prostitution in Manchester, England, and draws some comparisons to its female counterpart in this city. While the two sectors have some important similarities, we also find significant differences in the physical and social ecology of the places in which they work, in their behavior patterns, and in individuals’ demographics and work experiences. We find that ecological differences between the male and female markets have a major impact on participants’ work practices, opportunities, and integration into the local community. The data also indicate that it is incorrect to speak of a monolithic male street market or sector in Manchester because sellers shift between settings (street, bar, escorting), unlike the female street sector. We also find that the males demonstrate more diversity in their repertoires for earning money. The findings have implications for local government policy and for outreach workers who work with these populations.

Keywords: sex work, prostitution, sexuality, social ecology, urban economy

Suggested Citation

Ellison, Graham and Weitzer, Ronald, The Dynamics of Male and Female Street Prostitution in Manchester, England (December 23, 2015). Men and Masculinities, Forthcoming , Queen's University Belfast Law Research Paper No. 07, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2707557

Graham Ellison (Contact Author)

Queen's University Belfast - School of Law ( email )

School of Law
Belfast BT7 1NN, BT7 1NN
Ireland

Ronald Weitzer

George Washington University - Department of Sociology ( email )

United States

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