New law will see some sex offenders monitored by electronic tags

If deemed necessary, some offenders will also be monitored with electronic tags. File picture 

A new law which could see some sex offenders monitored with electronic tags is being welcomed by Ireland's leading rape crisis centre.

The Sex Offenders (Amendment) Act is aimed at protecting victims and potential victims when offenders are released back into the community. The Bill was signed into law today by President Michael D Higgins.