• Business
  • Community
  • Crime
  • Education
  • Health
  • Politics
  • What’s On
  • Traffic & Travel
  • Weather
Bath Echo
  • Wednesday 20th February 2019
  • Subscribe
  • Opinion
  • Reviews
  • Your Letters
  • Submit A Letter
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
Bath Echo

Bath, GB

  • Business
  • Community
  • Crime
  • Education
  • Health
  • Politics
  • What’s On
  • Traffic & Travel
  • Weather
Home
News Headlines
Politics

Bath MP welcomes progress on tackling ‘sex for rent’ across the country

Monday 3rd December 2018 Bath Echo News Team Bath Echo News Team Politics

Share
Tweet
WhatsApp
Share
Pin
Shares 5

Following calls earlier this year by Bath’s Liberal Democrat MP, Wera Hobhouse, the Crown Prosecution Service have confirmed they will be conducting a review to update their guidelines on ‘sex for rent’.

After speaking in the Westminster Hall Debate on the issue, Wera Hobhouse said: “It is great to see progress is being made on such an important issue.

“This crime is vile and illegal, and the Government must do everything it can to stop perpetrators taking advantage of vulnerable individuals affected by the housing crisis.

“It is crucial we ensure police have the tools and guidance to tackle ‘sex for rent’. I hope to see the update ensure that the CPS guidelines are robust and fit for the modern era.

“Today marks a big win for vulnerable people up and down the country, and I’m glad the Government have listened.

“However, I urge Ministers and MPs from across the house to keep working with me on this issue, to ensure we eradicate this crime for good.”

‘Sex for rent’ is when a landlord solicits sex in exchange for shelter, as opposed to money.

Share
Tweet
WhatsApp
Share
Pin
Shares 5
Next article Great Western Air Ambulance seeking young patients for Christmas party
Previous article Maisie Williams visits Bath Spa University to celebrate creative industries

Related Stories

£32 million investment to benefit Bath College and Bath Quays North projects
Tuesday 19th February 2019

£32 million investment to benefit Bath College and Bath Quays North projects

Independent applicants sought to join Council's Housing Development board
Tuesday 19th February 2019

Independent applicants sought to join Council's Housing Development board

Councillor chosen as Conservative PCC candidate for Avon and Somerset
Thursday 14th February 2019

Councillor chosen as Conservative PCC candidate for Avon and Somerset

...
Followers
Follow
...
Likes
Like
...
Followers
Follow

Top Stories

Jane Horrocks voices BBC Radio 4 appeal for Bath charity Send a Cow

Jane Horrocks voices BBC Radio 4 appeal for Bath charity Send a Cow

Wednesday 20th February 2019
Residents invited to try out new Team Bath Gym & Fitness Centre for free

Residents invited to try out new Team Bath Gym & Fitness Centre for free

Wednesday 20th February 2019
Local community groups to be recognised at upcoming award ceremony

Local community groups to be recognised at upcoming award ceremony

Wednesday 20th February 2019
Bath RNHRD consultant leads international research into Raynaud’s disease

Bath RNHRD consultant leads international research into Raynaud’s disease

Wednesday 20th February 2019
Budding young Bath engineers crowned champions of UK Lego competition

Budding young Bath engineers crowned champions of UK Lego competition

Wednesday 20th February 2019
  • Business
  • Community
  • Crime
  • Education
  • Health
  • Politics
  • What’s On
  • Traffic & Travel
  • Weather
  • Back to top
Created by Media Bath

About the Bath Echo | Your City, Your News

We're your local independent online newspaper covering news and events across beautiful Bath and the close surrounding villages. We're here to help keep Bathonians in the know about what's going on in their city.

Useful Info

  • Advertise
  • Cookie Policy
  • Contact Us
  • About Us
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • House Rules
  • Social Media Policy
© Bath Echo 2019. All rights reserved.
Produced by Media Bath Limited
The Bath Echo website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're okay with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Okay Find Out More