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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Youth Justice Board Review

18 December 2024 · Ministry of Justice

Proposed by Nicholas Dakin Lab Scunthorpe

Justice & Courts

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At a glance

Key points

  • The minister announces a review of the Youth Justice Board as part of the Public Bodies Review Programme
  • Steve Crocker has been appointed to lead the independent review
  • A further announcement on the review's completion is scheduled for Spring 2025

Issue summary

The minister announces a review of the Youth Justice Board (YJB) as part of the Public Bodies Review Programme.

Action requested

Steve Crocker has been appointed to lead the independent review, which will engage stakeholders across England and Wales. A further announcement on the review's completion is scheduled for Spring 2025.

Key facts

  • The YJB was set up to deliver positive outcomes for children in contact with the criminal justice system.
  • The last Cabinet Office review of the YJB occurred in 2013.
  • Steve Crocker, former President of the Association of Directors of Children’s Services, will lead the review.
  • The number of children in custody has significantly reduced over the past decade.
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