What united these disparate groups were two common aims: to reduce the number of young people who are sent to prison, and to make sure that those that do have to go to prison are looked after in a safe and positive environment that reduces the chances of them reoffending after they are released.
Home Secretary David Blunkett opened proceedings by interviewing a group of young offenders about their views of the criminal justice system (see box, p19). Rod Morgan, chair of the Youth Justice Board, later admitted that he had advised Blunkett against the idea, but delegates felt the politician presented himself well - although he turned down one young man's challenge of a friendly boxing match.
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