Written question asked by Nick Timothy (Conservative) on Monday, 23 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 March 2026. It was answered by Jake Richards (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Secure Accommodation: Young Offenders
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what estimate has his department made of the size of the (a) youth custody population, (b) youth secure estate for the next five years.
- Answer
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During the last 12 months, the population of the youth secure estate has varied in the range 440 to 510. Work on future projections is in hand, but owing to the small numbers involved and consequent volatility, there are difficulties in generating robust figures.
Later this year, we will set out our plans for wider reforms to youth custody, to deliver better outcomes for children, communities and taxpayers. This will include consideration of the future shape and configuration of the youth secure estate.
Secondary information
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- 122805
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Young offenders Secure accommodation Young offender institutions
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- Yes
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