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YJLC write legal updates on case law, legislation, research and policy developments which impact children in the criminal legal system. We aim to help you stay up to date with the latest youth justice developments.

  • 19 Mar 2025

    The Attorney General’s decision not to review Axel Rudakubana’s sentence length

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 19 Mar 2025

    Government ends placement of girls in Young Offenders Institutions: a step forward for girls in custody but more still to be done

    Custody
    Legal updates
  • 12 Mar 2025

    The new Child Information Form (‘CIF’)

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 11 Mar 2025

    “These children are being failed” Children’s Commissioner report on education of children in secure settings

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 6 Mar 2025

    Additional funding made available for solicitors taking on Youth Court legal aid work for more serious offences

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 6 Mar 2025

    MoJ publishes Youth Remand Concordat

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 6 Mar 2025

    Youth Justice Board annual statistics 2023-2024

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    Statistics Legal updates
  • 26 Feb 2025

    The NPCC Child Gravity Matrix updated for 2025

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 10 Feb 2025

    Guidance for appropriate adults – updated guidance from the Home Office

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 10 Feb 2025

    Record numbers of vulnerable children held in custody miles from home – a call for urgent change

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 10 Feb 2025

    Sentencing young people for offences committed as children – the importance of the children’s sentencing guidelines

    Article
    Legal updates
  • 23 Jan 2025

    CPS Action Plan to Tackle Racial bias in Prosecutions

    Article
    Legal updates

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The materials on the YJLC website are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. While reasonable care is taken to ensure accuracy, the materials may not reflect the most current legal developments. YJLC disclaims liability for actions taken based on the materials. Always consult a qualified lawyer for specific legal matters.

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