AMSTERDAM — Dutch sex workers returned to Amsterdam’s red light district on Wednesday after six “boring” months off, as the government began to ease coronavirus restrictions.
Sex workers could be seen in their canalside window booths for the first time since early December, during which time many say they had no government support.
The rooms where they meet clients now have official Covid-19 guidelines attached to the walls warning people to wash their hands, and wear a mask if they wish.
“I’m extremely happy that we are open again after such a long time without having work,” said a sex worker who identified herself as Kelly.
“For many girls it’s a catastrophe, surely b…
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