I'm a brothel manager and I've seen the craziest things – a mother and daughter working together is just the start
Here, Catherine De Noir, 31, who is manager of one of Europe 's biggest legal brothels, has given an insight into what actually happens in the world of legalised sex work.
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As a result of her job, Catherine, who has an academic background in organisational psychology, has 'seen it all.'
But in a recent clip posted on social media, the blonde got candid on the 'craziest things' she has witnessed as a legal brothel manager.
Catherine has worked in the industry for nine years and has handled everything from diverse fantasies to famous celebrities.
She even once spotted a very well-known politician walk through the brothel's door.
Not only this, but she's also seen family members working together and has even witnessed some very bizarre role play too.
In a short video shared online, Catherine revealed the four situations that left her totally stunned.
She revealed: 'The husband of one of the women found out she worked there and started coming in as her client.'
Not only this, but Catherine, who has seen numerous married men cheat on their wives, then got candid on a bizarre role play experience that left her lost for words.
'A customer paid to play the role of a plumber and spent the entire session fixing a bathtub and toilet," she continued.
As well as this, she simply claimed: 'A mother and daughter working together.'
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Finally, the brothel manager, who warned that the busiest times for married men to visit brothels are between 3pm and 5pm, gasped: 'One of the women set a room on fire during a session with a customer.'
Social media users react
Catherine's TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ kate.denoire, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 141,600 views, 3,121 likes and 20 comments.
Social media users were stunned by Catherine's claims and many flocked to the comments to share their thoughts.
One person said: 'Lol the first one got me. The others I can understand.'
Are brothels legal in the UK?
There has been a growing debate in the UK about whether brothels should be legalised, following the emergence of pop-up brothels across the country. These temporary establishments, often set up in residential areas, have sparked concerns among local communities and law enforcement agencies. The current legal framework in the UK criminalises the operation of brothels, but individual sex work is permitted. This has led to a complex and often problematic situation for those involved in the industry.
Advocates for legalising brothels argue that regulation could improve safety and working conditions for sex workers. By bringing the industry out of the shadows, they believe that sex workers would have better access to health services and legal protection, reducing the risks of exploitation and violence. Furthermore, regulated brothels could be subject to health and safety standards, ensuring a safer environment for both workers and clients.
On the other hand, opponents of legalisation worry that it could lead to an increase in human trafficking and exploitation. They argue that normalising the sex industry might encourage more people to become involved in it, both as workers and clients. Additionally, there are concerns about the impact on local communities, with fears that legalised brothels could lead to an increase in crime and antisocial behaviour in residential areas.
As the debate continues, it is clear that there are no easy answers. Balancing the rights and safety of sex workers with the concerns of local communities and broader societal impacts remains a complex challenge. Policymakers will need to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of legalising brothels in the UK, taking into account the experiences of other countries that have taken similar steps.
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