Iran's once-feared morality police, who used to crack down on un-Islamic dress, entertainment and sexual practice, have become much less visible as the oppressive regime makes tentative concessions in the face of a wave of dissent.
The signs of concessions come as the authorities and the Green Movement the opposition that has grown out of last June's contest re-election of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad - prepare for the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution on February 11.
