An MP has criticised the Jobcentre Plus agencies stating that there was a case for legitimate concern over advertisements for ‘web-cam models’.



An erotic Internet site based in Cardiff , South Wales posted the advertisement in Jobcentres.



The Department for Work and Pensions has come under fire as their Jobcentre Plus network advertised for nude web cam models. The Jobcentres involved in the incident are located in Chorlton and Didsbury.



The advert stipulates that applicants are employed as web performers and will be required to perform fantasies for clients.



Potential candidates take part in a web cam-based interview with suitable applicants being hired.



All applicants have to be over the age of 18 and be free to work 15-40 hours per week, for an hourly rate of between £8-£10.



Full nudity is also required with a representative is on call 24 hours a day in case of emergencies.



They will also be expected to participate in a sexual dialogue with the customers.



The company involved said that everybody has a right to advertise jobs providing they are not illegal.



The Jobcentre plus agency had approved the advertisements as it followed the required guidelines.



It was also stated that nothing rude or offensive is featured in the adverts and that everyone has the right to do whatever job they like.



However local MPs believe that the Department for Work and Pensions are going overboard trying to avoid any potential litigation.



The Jobcentre network stated that it has a duty to advertise every legal job and is legally obliged to do as such after being taken to court in 2003.



The Department for Work and Pensions was taken to court by Ann Summer after refusing to display their adverts. A High Court judge ruled that Jobcentres are legally obliged to display adverts for legal work in the sex and personal service industries.



SOURCE:

South Manchester Reporter