This petition was rejected

The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:

The Equality Act 2010 make sexual orientation a protected characteristic, but is clear that this only relates to a person's sexual orientation towards persons of the same sex, opposite sex or either sex. The Government has not set out any plans to extend these protections to people because of their sexual orientation towards minors, and is active in tackling child sexual exploitation and abuse.

There are already a number of criminal offences related to sexual activity with a child and indecent images of a child. Investigating and charging suspected offences is a matter for the police and Crown Prosecution Service.

If you’re worried that a child or young person is at risk or is being abused you should contact your local authority or the police: www.gov.uk/report-child-abuse