'Fagin’s Law' fails to stop gangs luring children

It is not clear how many convictions have been secured. 

Those found guilty of the offences could face imprisonment of up to 12 months on summary conviction, and up to five years on indictment.

Just 17 criminal proceedings have been brought against people suspected of grooming children into criminal activity, despite the so-called Fagin’s Law being introduced nearly two years ago.

The legislation came into force in the wake of high-profile instances of youngsters being led astray and, in some instances, to tragic ends.