Tyne Tees Adam Johnson

Johnson's father said it's 'good to have him home' after serving half of his six-year sentence for child sex offences in 2016.

Disgraced former Sunderland footballer Adam will today launch a bid for an appeal against a conviction and sentence for child sex offences

A day before Adam Johnson launches a fresh appeal, a charity says his case highlighted a need for a change in the law to protect children.