Transforming youth custody: putting education at the heart of detention
We are seeking a wide range of views on the government’s plans for placing high quality education at the centre of youth custody.
Our plans to reform youth custody will see young people appropriately punished while at the same time learning to take responsibility for their actions and gaining the skills and qualifications they need to lead productive, law-abiding lives. The paper invites views and outline proposals from a wide range of stakeholders and providers describing how they would implement our vision for secure colleges.
The consultation is aimed at:
- businesses
- citizens
- voluntary organisations
- local authorities
- youth workers
- young people
- charities
- young offender institute staff
- staff at prisons with mother and baby units
- offenders
- victims
- youth offending team workers
The consultation paper covers:
- information on youth custody and the young people held there
- the case for change
- our vision for secure colleges which place education at the heart of the system
The main areas for consideration by all respondents are:
- tailoring education to young people in custody
- meeting the wider needs of young people in custody
- closing the gap between custody and community
- the physical environment and meeting demand
- a focus on outcomes
To provide interested parties with the opportunity to discuss the proposals contained in the consultation document we have held open events in Leeds, London and Cardiff and it has been very welcome to get such strong, active participation from a range of organisations and individuals.
A further event will be held on 17 April. Join Chris Grayling, the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, at the Oasis People’s Parliament. The Secretary of State will present a keynote speech on the government’s vision for transforming youth custody. This People’s Parliament event is an opportunity to ask questions, put your point across and take part in discussion.
Timings and venueThursday 17 April, 7.15pm-8.30pm
The Oasis Centre
75 Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7HS
For full details on the event and to register for your place please visit the Oasis People’s Parliament website.