Abusive parents set to be placed on new child cruelty register

"Parents and caregivers convicted of child cruelty could soon face monitoring akin to registered sex offenders, under a proposed new register. The government expects to table an amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill "shortly" to establish the measure, following campaigning by Paula Hudgell."

"Tony was just 41 days old when Jody Simpson and Anthony Smith brutally attacked him, causing multiple fractures, dislocations, blunt facial trauma, leading to organ failure, toxic shock, and sepsis. He was left untreated and in agony for 10 days, and because of the extent of his injuries, both his legs had to be amputated."

"The Home Office confirmed that under the changes, individuals who physically harm children would face closer police scrutiny and similar restrictions."

The UK government intends to amend the Crime and Policing Bill to create a register for individuals convicted of child cruelty, neglect, and abandonment. This measure would impose police scrutiny and restrictions comparable to those for registered sex offenders. The initiative stems from campaigning by Paula Hudgell, whose adopted son Tony endured horrific abuse from his birth parents at just 41 days old, resulting in multiple fractures, organ failure, and the amputation of both legs. The perpetrators received 10-year sentences in 2018. The proposed register aims to enhance child protection by monitoring high-risk individuals and preventing future abuse.

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