TORY MP BLOCKS BID TO OUTLAW ‘UPSKIRT’ VIDEOS

LONDON A law that would make it a criminal offence in the U.K. to take “upskirting” photos was blocked Friday in Parliament despite backing from the British government.

The initiative was stopped by Conservative Party legislator Christopher Chope, who objected when the bill was put forward in the House.

Upskirting involves taking a photo or video under clothing without consent.