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Prostitution Licensing Authority

The Prostitution Licensing Authority (the Authority) issues brothel licences for people to operate a brothel and approved managers certificates for people to manage a brothel. It also checks licensed brothels are complying with Queensland laws.

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The PLA administers brothel licences and manager certificates in Queensland with a focus on community health and safety.

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The PLA administers Queensland’s brothel licensing framework including applications for brothel licences and approved manager certificates.

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There are strict laws about how brothels can operate in Queensland and who can manage them.

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There are strict laws about how sex work, prostitution and non-sexual escort services can be advertised in Queensland.

Sex Work Industry Review

The Queensland Government is considering changing the law to create a decriminalised sex work industry.

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The Prostitution Licensing Authority acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, and pays respect to Elders past, present and future.

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