Youth offending services are failing to meet the needs of black and mixed heritage boys who continue to be over-represented in the criminal justice system, according to HM Inspectorate of Probation.
A report published by the inspectorate towards the end of last year highlighted a lack of progress in addressing “disproportionality” despite the fact it has been a long-standing priority for services.
The report is based on in-depth research carried out in April and June last year. Inspectors visited nine youth offending services and examined the cases of more than 170 black and mixed heritage boys. They also surveyed and interviewed staff, managers and parents, and heard from young men.
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