This includes universal services for children up to the age of 21, targeted support to those aged up to 25 with vulnerabilities, skills and job training, and upgraded play and sports facilities.
A focus of its employability support is offering opportunities to learn about new technologies, including artificial intelligence and virtual reality.
Called Fusebox, the youth zone is based in the former home to the Gas Light Company and was built in 1818.
Its upgrade has been funded through the Department for Culture, Media and Sport’s Youth Investment Fund, and 40% of its running costs are being met by local businesses.
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