Rights group, Amnesty International, says sex workers are one of the most marginalised groups in the world who face constant risk of discrimination, violence and abuse.

The organisation voted in favour of adopting a policy supporting the decriminalisation of prostitution in the face of intense criticism over the move.

The decision was taken at the human rights group’s international council meeting in Dublin by a majority of 400 delegates from 70 countries.

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