Our feature this week charts the major developments in youth justice over the past century. Despite many improvements in the system over that time, the present-day situation is nothing to crow about. England and Wales has one of the highest youth custody rates in Europe, while reoffending rates continue to be sky-high.
There are some positive developments under way. This year's Youth Crime Action Plan, along with measures co-ordinated by the Youth Taskforce put a welcome emphasis on prevention work. And, in a good move for the rehabilitation of young offenders, this week's Queen's Speech was expected to confirm responsibility for education of children in custody will switch to local authorities.
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