Charities want tougher powers to police sex offenders

Sex offenders could face orders similar to an ASBO which restrict their movements in order to prevent them visiting parks and schools, if campaigners are successful.

An amendment to a bill to create Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Orders, similar to anti-social behaviour orders, is being tabled by Conservative MP Nicola Blackwood, the BBC is reporting.

Ms Blackwood decided to act after Oxford, an area she partly represents, was rocked by the trial of a sex grooming ring preying on young girls.

The motion is part of the Childhood Lost campaign, which would give police powers to place restrictions on suspects who have not been convicted and backed by children's charities like Barnados.

The Home Office said it would consider the campaign's proposals.