The NSPCC is challenging MPs to make a commitment to protecting the rights of children in three key areas:
* Ending physical punishment and giving children the same protection under the law as adults
* Making the internet a safe environment for children
* Ensuring that young people have someone to turn to via helplines, school counselling or independent advice services.
The NSPCC began a tour of the UK on 18 April to ask every local candidate to sign the election pledge and urge members of the public to join the campaign.
Voters can check whether their local candidates have signed the pledge on the NSPCC Vote for Children website, and e-mail candidates who have not yet signed up.
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