Paul O'Hara, manager of Bradford YOT, said he was concerned that the economic downturn was putting young offenders at risk. Getting young people into employment is seen as a key measure in preventing reoffending and is a strong focus of the Youth Crime Action Plan.
"We've already seen the impact on young people who previously would have gained employment in the construction industry not having the opportunity to do so," said O'Hara. "We're anxious about the long-term impact of this, and the impact on other sectors where our young people tend to work."
He added colleagues in other areas were expecting the same problem and that it was a major concern.
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