Young prisoners 'spending 22 hours a day in cells' due to pandemic, charities warn

Fiona Simpson
Friday, June 26, 2020

Young adults and children in custody are facing up to 22 hours a day in cells and missing out on education during the Covid-19 pandemic, justice charities have warned.

Young adults and children have reported spending 22 hours a day in cells. Picture: Adobe Stock
Young adults and children have reported spending 22 hours a day in cells. Picture: Adobe Stock

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