Victims of the most serious sexual and violent crimes could soon benefit from new “restriction zones” designed to confine offenders to specific areas, preventing unwanted contact and giving survivors greater freedom to move without fear. The Ministry of Justice announced the measure on 8 August as part of its Plan for Change, which aims to improve victim protection and make communities safer. Unlike existing “exclusion zones”, which prevent offenders from entering certain locations, restriction zones will require offenders to remain within a designated area, with electronic monitoring to enforce compliance. Breaching these boundaries could lead to prison recall. Probation officers will work with victims to create restriction zones tailored to their needs, following a detailed risk assessment.