May 8th, 2025
Welcome to the first instalment of the Escort Advice series from Olivia James, where we share practical, trustworthy guidance to support working escorts across the North West and beyond. Whether you’re just starting out or already experienced in the industry, having access to reliable external resources is vital for staying safe, protecting your rights, and managing your business effectively.
Here are some of the most trusted organisations and platforms we recommend. Each offers something unique, from safety reporting and community support to tax help and client screening.
📍 209 Green Fish Resource Centre, 46–50 Oldham St, Manchester M4 1LE
https://uglymugs.org
National Ugly Mugs (NUM) is one of the most important resources for sex workers in the UK. This confidential platform helps you report dangerous clients and receive alerts about known offenders in your area. Whether you’re working independently or through an agency, signing up to NUM can help you stay informed and avoid potentially risky situations.
They also offer victim support, legal advice, and emotional wellbeing services. We highly recommend registering, even if you never need to make a report—just being on the alert list can help you stay safe.
📱 Available via the Google Play Store
ClientEye is a free client screening tool designed to help independent escorts share experiences and warn each other about potentially dangerous or time-wasting clients. Think of it as a community-led review system for clients, helping escorts spot patterns of unsafe or disrespectful behaviour.
Because it’s discreet and mobile-friendly, ClientEye is easy to use while on the go. You can search for client phone numbers, add your own reports, and connect with others in the industry to share warnings quickly and effectively.
🌐 Online community with regular events
https://www.swarmcollective.org
The Sex Worker Advocacy and Resistance Movement (SWARM) is a grassroots organisation focused on supporting sex workers through community empowerment, advocacy, and education. They host online and in-person events, create helpful guides, and offer emotional support for anyone in the industry.
SWARM is sex worker-led, meaning they truly understand the challenges you might face. If you’re looking to be part of a wider community and stay connected to ongoing conversations about rights, safety, and activism, SWARM is a fantastic place to start.
📍 Crossroads Women’s Centre, 25 Wolsey Mews, Kentish Town, London NW5 2DX
https://prostitutescollective.net
This long-standing organisation fights for sex workers’ rights and safety through legal support, public awareness campaigns, and political activism. The Collective of Prostitutes works directly with women across the UK (and globally) to challenge unjust laws, defend those facing criminal charges, and promote decriminalisation.
They’re also great at offering legal and financial guidance, especially around housing, benefits, and rights at work. If you're ever in a situation where you feel your rights are being threatened, they’re an incredibly helpful resource to turn to.
📍 Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3PX
https://www.taxrelief4escorts.co.uk
For many escorts, taxes can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re self-employed or haven’t registered yet. Tax Relief 4 Escorts is a specialist accounting service that helps escorts stay on the right side of HMRC without stress or embarrassment.
They understand the unique nature of adult industry work and offer confidential, non-judgemental support with bookkeeping, tax returns, allowable expenses, and late filings. Whether you’re brand new or have years of records to organise, they make the process much simpler and can even help you claim back expenses you didn’t know were deductible.
Every escort deserves to feel supported, safe, and informed. These resources exist to protect your safety, strengthen your rights, and help you build a professional and profitable career. We want to keep adding to the list and if you know any resources that are worth adding, then please contact us. We are committed to ensuring as long as we are operational, that we put the steps in place to ensure the escort industry is a safe environment for people looking to make it part of their career. if you don't feel like you are treated well, join us and become a part of the fastest growing agency in the UK.
Stay tuned for more guides in the Escort Advice series, and as always, feel free to reach out if you’d like to know more about anything covered in this blog.
