Press release

Lord McNally appointed as chair of YJB

Lord McNally has been appointed as the chair of the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales (YJB).

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Lord McNally

Lord McNally replaces Frances Done, who steps down from her role as chair at the end of January 2014.

Frances Done said:

Lord McNally has demonstrated a very strong track record of supporting both the YJB and the interests of young people in the justice system. I know that he will provide excellent leadership to the YJB as it continues to drive improvement across youth justice, in the community and the secure estate.

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Published 17 December 2013