People who lure children into life of crime face five years' jail 

New law aims to stop criminal gangs from exploiting youngsters to commit crimes

Around 1,000 children under the age of 17 are constantly at risk of being recruited and used by criminal networks across the country.

People who lure and groom children into a life of crime will face five years in prison under new laws.

Justice Minister Simon Harris will on Wednesday seek Cabinet approval for the new bill, which aims to stop criminal gangs from exploiting children to commit crimes.