Paedophile

[agardener]

This is a straightforward question, I simply want to know what as many people as possible think.
If you had a daughter, sister, grand-daughter who already had small children and then invited a paedophile into their home, what would you think? Would you approve or object? And if you objected, what would you do about it if anything?

[ummmm]

I wouldn't allow it.

[AlwaysConfused]

I'd go mad. These paedophiles are sly and will potentially work their way into these childrens lives. I'd sit her down and give her a lecture. That's not my usual style, but sometimes you have to drum sense into people, and quickly.

[pusskin]

Wouldnt allow a paedo anywhere near my home even if there wasnt any children around. They should never ever be left alone with any child of any age.

[hc4361]

For a cup of tea? Or to move in?

Know for a fact he (or she) is a convicted paedophile?

[Quoi]

Assuming they are a convicted paedophile they would be on the sex offenders register and they would be prohibited from contacting minors.
I would have no hesitation in reporting the incident to the authorities as long as i knew my facts were correct.
I would also take a more direct action with the person to make sure they were aware of my strong objections.

[leahbee]

I agree with the above . If out can't talk sense into her, make sure that social services are aware.

[jackthehat]

She's certainly playing with fire.

I presume the Paedophile has been convicted? In which case there may be legal restrictions from them being anywhere near children.

It might be worth having a conversation with the local Police.

[Peter Pedant]

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the interests of the children are paramount - Children Act 1989
so it is off to the Social Services I think.

[tonyav]

I would do whatever it takes to stop it.

[society]

Object. He would not be allowed to put one step on the premises, and it would be reported.

[MadMen]

How do you know he's a paedophile? If he's been convicted then surely he's on the sex offenders register and can't have contact with children?

If that's the case, I would personally contact the police.

I would question a mother's sanity or ability to be a fit mother if they had a known paedophile around their children.

[pusskin]

Paedos are not always convicted, but cause havoc in the family when the stories get out. You have to wait for a child to report it and hope they are believed!!!!
It happens close to home and should never be overlooked.
Never let a suspected paedo over your doorstep.

[friedgreentomato]

Have they been convicted or is this jo bloggs down the road looks dodgy type?

[aelmpvw]

don't expect you'll get many posts approving of paedophiles being introduced to children

[whiskeryron]

Are you saying a known paedophile or is it your assumption that the person is a paedophile ? I ask this question because I am at a loss to understand how anyone in their right mind would invite a known paedophile into a house where there are children ( unless of course the person doing the inviting is also a paedophile ).

WR.

[RATTER15]

How are people know, that the problem!!

only a few weeks ago, my Daughter had a visit from "child Protection" they informed her that one of the couple that was baby sitting her 5 month old Daughter was a convicted paedophile and asked lots of questions, he has now been arrested for breaking bale conditions etc. The guy was a partner of her trusted friend, she also had no idea her partner was a convicted paedophile. it was all very upsetting for all concerned, fortunately he was never alone with my granddaughter and no harm done!!

[agardener]

Thank you all for your answers and in response to some of your questions I am adding the following.
However I must point out that I cannot provide information that will allow this individual to be identified, believe it or not, that is against the law!
This convicted paedophile is on the register and is being 'monitored' by the social services department and the police (whatever that amounts to!).
It concerns her home not ours and there are restrictions, though I cant see how they can be enforced.
I do agree, how can anyone be in their right mind to let such a situation occur? However we are not in a position to 'allow' anything or lecture anyone.
So now you know a little more, what do you think now?

[jackthehat]

They can be enforced by letting her local Police know.
They are allowed to 'have a word' with this bloke and warn him that he is contravening the terms of his order.

[ummmm]

Me...I would gather my uncles, nephews, cousins and friends and physically remove him.

I would not give two hoots about the consequences.

[whiskeryron]

Now that you have told us that the person is a convicted felon then I suggest that it is your duty to inform the authorities about your concerns.

WR.