New plans have been introduced by the Youth Justice Board to manage thebehaviour of some of the most challenging and troubled young people heldin secure establishments. The code of practice outlines strategies thatemphasise expectation of positive behaviour within an environment ofmutual respect.
- Visit www.youth-justice-board.gov.uk or call 0870 120 7400.
Draft regulations on maternity and adoption leave and flexibleworking
The Government is publishing in draft its proposals to amend maternityand adoption leave regulations and flexible working regulations.Consultation on proposals runs until 18 April.
- Order the consultation document from DTI Publications on 0845 0150010
Facts and figures on ... suicide among young people
In England and Wales in 2004, 373 young men aged 14 to 25 died fromintentional self-harm and injury of undetermined intent. Thecorresponding figure for young women is 128.
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