Children to return to immigration detention as government shuts specialised centre
Cedars pre-departure centre is being closed as a cost-cutting measure
Cedars pre-departure centre is being closed as a cost-cutting measure
The criminal justice system is not effective at dealing with children and young people. Evidence shows that about half of the 10 and 11 year olds sentenced in court in 2008 will have re-offended within a year – and their experience within the criminal justice system actually increases the likelihood that they will go on to commit further crimes.
The Children’s Commissioner for Wales expresses concern over failure of local authorities to implement policies relating to services to children & young people.