The changes, coming into effect from July 1, will eventually see the total number of places available in England fall from 219 to 191 by March next year.
A YJB spokesman said the move follows a review of service need based on levels over the last three years.
Critics said the decision will mean the end for the only secure children’s home in London and casts doubt on the future of such units across the country.
Roy Walker, chair of the Secure Accommodation Network (SAN), said: I do fear as a result of this decision that further secure children’s homes might close in the future.
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