The first Hearing for the Blueprint for structured community youth work in clubs takes place this week. An interesting selection of experts will give evidence on what they think makes a great club. This follows coverage of research into the relationship between ASBOs and clubs ... more
Recent reports say that the number of ASBOs issued has reduced significantly since Brown took over from Blair. What has not changed so much is the percentage of ASBOs that are breached. What does this mean? Well, it might suggest that there are still not enough places to go and things to do for young people ... more
Make Me a Criminal: Preventing youth crime is the latest in a series of ippr reports on young people that have caught the eye. Cadence Network member, Jeremy Cushing, says it is 'fascinating' and 'much more open about the reasons for youth offending than government reports'. Here he gives his personal take on it as someone who has been an 'appropriate adult' for a number of years ... more
ippr says that greater investment in playgrounds and clubs such as scouts and cadets could reduce offending by giving youngsters something constructive to do, while ASBOs can be seen as something of a badge of honour ... more
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Clubs for Young People Blueprint
The first Hearing for the Blueprint for structured community youth work in clubs takes place this week. An interesting selection of experts will give evidence on what they think makes a great club. This follows coverage of research into the relationship between ASBOs and clubs ... more