Story highlights Officials in the Netherlands say driving instructors can offer lessons in exchange for sex

Issue was raised in Dutch parliament when opposition politician called for ban

Ministers say transaction must be initiated by teacher and both parties must be at least 18

(CNN) It brings a whole new meaning to the expression "going Dutch."

Government ministers in the Netherlands have confirmed that it is legal for driving instructors to offer lessons in exchange for sex.

Prostitution is legal and regulated in the country, where sex workers are considered "self-employed" and can openly advertise in newspapers and online.

The Dutch government tackled the issue head on after Gert-Jan Segers, of the socially conservative opposition party ChristenUnie (Christian Union), tabled a question in parliament in November.

Segers described such transactions as "illegal prostitution" and called for them to be banned. He argued that student drivers would not have the requisite escort license, and so would not be declaring any sexual acts for tax purposes.

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