A review of the statutory guidance for council youth service provision has been launched by the government.
Civil society minister Mims Davies announced the review which is intended to focus on the "positive role local authorities can play" in the way they secure and offer services for young people.
The news has been welcomed by the Local Government Association (LGA) as well as the National Youth Agency, which is hosting nine regional events to gather sector views.
Davies said she hoped the review would "provide greater clarity" around the government's expectations of councils, "including the value added by good youth work".
There will be a focus on tackling social isolation in youth people, especially those who are most vulnerable, such as young carers, added the minister.
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