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Why children are sent to custody, what it's like, visiting, advice and support
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Young people who join the cadets do better at school, have improved attendance and behaviour and are more likely to go to university, a new report has found.
This series brings together all statistical releases relating to the youth cohort study.
Natural England is joining forces with the NHS to run free sessions across Cornwall for primary aged children and a parent or carer.
A research study exploring how, in practice, youth workers interact with other sector personnel and agencies.
Includes legal rights, youth offending teams and crime prevention
Information about the Local Youth Transformation Pilot (LYTP) including its aims, delivery model and participating local authorities.
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 Better Youth Spaces programme and how to apply.
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