The 10-point manifesto has been distilled from the numerous consultation documents seen by Young People Now (see p15). It calls for sufficient funding to support the aims of Youth Matters, further research into the practicalities of opportunity cards and a workforce strategy to address staff shortages.
Hughes's department has already received about 5,000 written or online questionnaires from young people, and believes this will rise significantly by the end of the consultation on 4 November. More than 200 responses have been received from organisations and professionals.
"Organisations, professionals and parents are responding more slowly, but we expect a surge near the closing date," she said. "I would encourage anyone who hasn't yet responded to do so. Your views really do matter."
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