Youth Services 2024-10-17
2024-10-17
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Q1
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The MP highlights the significant reduction in youth funding under the previous government and its impact on towns like Great Grimsby.
What recent assessment has her Department made regarding the impact of youth services on levels of antisocial behaviour in my constituency?
Grateful to my hon. Friend for supporting young people; youth funding under previous government decreased by 73% with no real strategy, and this Government aims to address it ensuring opportunities for young people in towns like Grimsby.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not provide a recent assessment of the impact of youth services on antisocial behaviour as requested.
Acknowledging Previous Government'S Reduction But No Specific New Assessment
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Q2
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The MP commends the Haven Centre's role in reducing antisocial behaviour by 35% through sports, crafts, mentoring, and support.
Will the Secretary of State join me in commending staff at The Haven and all youth providers for their work in providing safety for young people and access to new skills?
Delighted to pay tribute to youth workers; done incredible work facilitating Grimsby's OnSide youth club with the MP and will continue supporting such initiatives.
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Q3
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The MP supports the hon. Member for Great Grimsby's comments on youth services but seeks assurance that current government will increase funding.
Can she reassure me that this Government will actually increase the resources available to the youth sector?
Determined to address issue; discovered multiple funding sources but no youth strategy, working with youth workers like The Haven and OnSide youth zones to develop a new generation support plan.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit specifically to increasing resources for the youth sector.
Acknowledging Need But No Specific Commitment
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