Addressing young offenders: a call for evidence-based policy

By Stelios Parparinos

The recent increase in incidents of young offenders – Easter bonfires, firework misuse and sports-related violence – is undeniably a matter of significant public concern.

Each week seems to bring fresh headlines that understandably cause unease and prompt questions about the welfare of our youth as well as the efficacy of the justice system in adequately dealing with young offenders.

In this context, the justice minister has