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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
David Hughes

Criminals to face being banned from pubs under new sentencing powers

Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood (Yui Mok/PA) - (PA Wire)

Criminals could be banned from pubs, concerts and sports grounds under plans to give judges powers to pass tougher community sentences.

Offenders could face limits on driving, travel bans and restriction zones confining them to specific areas under the proposals, which would apply in England and Wales.

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