A review of the management of young prisoners who have committed the most serious crimes has raised key concerns about children's welfare and rehabilitation.
The review, conducted by HM Inspectorate of Prisons, focused on female and young prisoners with restricted status (see box).
Worryingly, it found measures for managing this small group of offenders were too strict and getting in the way of efforts to address their offending and reduce risk.
A key concern was the fact many children with restricted status found it difficult to access activities – including education and family contact – that would help them progress.
Meanwhile, children were being subjected to draconian measures such as regular strip searches and cell moves that affected their mental health and ability to settle.
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