YJB to pilot supported accommodation scheme for children in custody

Derren Hayes
Monday, April 25, 2022

The Youth Justice Board (YJB) is working with London councils to establish a specialist supported accommodation programme as an alternative to placing young people in custody unnecessarily.

Children in London are more likely to be remanded in custody, according to the YJB. Picture: Adobe Stock
Children in London are more likely to be remanded in custody, according to the YJB. Picture: Adobe Stock

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