Lewis, who launched the anti-bullying programme with the Anti-Bullying Alliance last week, said that while the initiative does not include a formal role for youth workers or Connexions staff, it was something that would be "looked into". He said bullying inside schools often spills into the community.
"Connexions and youth work are there to provide support and clear obstacles to learning," said Lewis. "The relationship with a personal adviser or youth worker is one way the strategy can make a difference."
He also said a zero-tolerance policy on bullying should be integral to the ethos of young offenders' institutions. "Every adult who works with young people has to take bullying seriously," he added.
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