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Young people will be given a quicker route into high-quality jobs on major projects as the Government slashes red tape to fast-track the process.
Why children are sent to custody, what it's like, visiting, advice and support
Anyone under 18 who is sentenced to custody is sent to a secure centre for…
The child is interviewed by the reception officer as soon as they arrive.…
Time in custody is spent: in education learning skills to get a job or to…
You must arrange your visit first. Contact the secure centre to find out…
For advice or support, a child can speak to a member of staff, for…
Advocacy services are run by children’s charities and are confidential. A…
The Howard League might be able to offer legal advice and help to children…
Government will work with children to create the first ever child-friendly version of the Victims' Code
How the Youth Custody Service places a young person in custody, and how to question a placement decision.
£10 million financial support package for families of children and young people with cancer to cover travel costs to and from appointments.
Wetherby is a young offender institution (YOI) in Yorkshire for children and young people aged 15 to 18.
Youth crime prevention programmes - how young people are put on a programme, what they're like, mentoring and involving parents and families.
Find out which supplies of children’s clothing or footwear are zero-rated for VAT.
The Youth Custody Service aims to create a safe, decent and nurturing environment that provides outstanding levels of care and support for children in custody. YCS is part of HM Prison and Probation Service .
Information about the Young Futures Hubs (YF Hubs) and the eight participating Early Adopters including their aims, delivery model and participating local authorities.
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