£500m Youth Plan Aims to End 'Safe at Home, Not in Between'
The government pledges £500m for youth services, aiming for a safe space within a 10-minute walk for every young person in Peckham, tackling loneliness and youth violence.
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New £500m Youth Strategy Aims to Create Safe Spaces
Labour's first national youth strategy in 15 years pledges £500 million to rebuild youth services, inspired by a child's plea: 'I'm safe at school, safe at home, but not in between.'
Can youth club revival help the 'anxious generation'?
As the UK government unveils a new youth strategy, we examine the devastating impact of austerity on youth centres and the skilled workers who can turn a tube carriage into a safe space.
Decline in Saturday jobs creating 'lost generation'
Former Labour minister Alan Milburn warns the collapse of teenage Saturday jobs is leaving a generation unprepared for work. His review may overhaul youth benefits to mirror Australian models.
Decline in Saturday jobs risks a 'lost generation'
Former Labour minister Alan Milburn warns the collapse of traditional Saturday jobs is leaving young people unprepared for work. His review may overhaul youth benefits, inspired by Australian models.
Nick Knowles emotional as DIY SOS rebuilds youth club
DIY SOS host Nick Knowles was overcome with emotion while rebuilding a crucial youth club in Beverley. The BBC One Christmas special highlights the project's profound community impact. Stream the episode now on BBC iPlayer.
Milburn Review to Scrutinise Youth Minimum Wage Rise
Former minister Alan Milburn warns of a 'lost generation' as he launches a review into youth inactivity, questioning if the rising minimum wage prices young people out of jobs. Read his stark analysis.
Two Teens on Run After Seven Escape Detention Centre
Two teenagers remain on the run in Tasmania after a mass escape from Ashley Youth Detention Centre. Five others have been recaptured following a police search. Read the latest updates.
Drug Gangs Target One in Nine UK Teenagers
Shocking new research reveals over 120,000 teens in England and Wales were exploited into drug and weapon crimes last year. Discover the findings and urgent calls for action.
10-year-old killed in Russian school knife attack
A 15-year-old pupil has been arrested after a fatal stabbing at a Moscow region school, marking Russia's second such tragedy this week. Read the latest details.
Liverpool's Kai Morrall, 15, joins Leeds United
Liverpool academy winger Kai Morrall, 15, has left the club to join Leeds United in search of a clearer first-team pathway. The Republic of Ireland youth international leaves after eight years. Read the full story.
Survey: 1 in 9 UK Teens Approached by Criminals
Shocking new data reveals 1 in 9 UK teenagers are asked to handle drugs or weapons. Over 120,000 are exploited. Discover the findings and solutions.
Alarming Study on UK Youth Mental Health Crisis
A stark new study highlights a crisis in young people's mental wellbeing. We examine the findings and the urgent call for action. If you are struggling, support is available.
UEFA fines Qarabag after racist abuse of Chelsea youth team
Chelsea's youth team faced racist abuse in Azerbaijan, prompting UEFA to fine Qarabag £4,379 and impose a suspended stadium ban. Read the full investigation details.
Arsenal Teen Dowman's Sensational Solo Goal Stuns Bayern
15-year-old Max Dowman scored a breathtaking solo goal for Arsenal's youth team against Bayern Munich in the UEFA Youth League. The teenage sensation continues to impress in his debut season.
UK's Hidden Youth Unemployment Crisis Deepens
Nearly one million young Britons are NEET - not in education, employment or training. Discover the systemic failures behind this growing crisis and what it means for Britain's future.
Jury acquits ex-youth worker on three sex assault charges
A former youth detention centre worker has been acquitted on three sexual assault charges, while the jury deadlocked on five others in a major abuse scandal. Discover the latest developments.
Youth Homelessness Crisis Worsens This Winter
A leading charity warns 23,500 young people face homelessness this winter, a worsening crisis. Discover the regional impact and personal stories behind the statistics.
Youth unemployment hits 15.3% as graduates struggle
Exclusive analysis reveals UK youth unemployment at 15.3%, highest since 2015. Graduates share their demoralising job hunt experiences. Discover what's behind the crisis.
Friend Influence Drives Teen Self-Harm, Study Reveals
Groundbreaking UK research reveals teenagers are significantly more likely to self-harm if their friends engage in similar behaviour, highlighting urgent need for peer-focused mental health interventions.
Australian Boys Struggle with Modern Masculinity Expectations
Groundbreaking Australian research exposes how boys and young men are navigating conflicting expectations of masculinity, with many feeling pressured to suppress emotions and conform to traditional stereotypes.
Chelsea condemn racist abuse of youth team in Azerbaijan
Chelsea Football Club issues strong statement after Under-19s face racist chanting during UEFA Youth League match in Baku, calling for immediate UEFA investigation.
Half of inactive UK youth classified as disabled
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
Court rules teen stays in Ghana to escape UK gangs
A High Court judge has ruled a teenager removed from London gang culture to Ghana should remain there temporarily, highlighting radical approaches to youth violence prevention.
Migrant children in Norway armed with grenades by gangs
Shocking investigation reveals how Norway's failed integration policies have left migrant children vulnerable to criminal gangs, with teenagers carrying contract hits and even grenades in Oslo's underworld.
Scotland's child attempted murder charges surge 900%
Shocking new figures reveal a dramatic surge in Scottish children facing attempted murder charges, with experts warning organised crime gangs are systematically exploiting vulnerable youngsters across the nation.
Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
Melbourne's machete crisis: Youth crime wave sparks alarm
Ex-Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett warns of escalating youth violence as machete-wielding gangs terrorise Melbourne streets, calling for urgent government action.
Britain's Youth Job Crisis: Skills Gap Leaves Generation Behind
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Teen girl gang's smiling selfies after murder shock court
Shocking court case reveals how teenage girl gangsters laughed and sang while beating a man to death, then posed for smiling selfies in aftermath of violent attack.
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