§ Mr. GeorgeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what has been the percentage change in the number of crimes committed by youths in the past 10 years. [19822]
§ Mr. MacleanInformation available is given in the table.
Number and percentage change of known offenders (those cautioned or convicted at all courts) aged 10 to under 18 by type of offence, 1985 and 1995 England and Wales Thousands Type of offence 1985 1995 Percentage change Indictable 213.3 132.8 -38 Summary (excluding motoring) 50.0 46.2 -9 All offences (excluding summary motoring) 256.2 179.1 -32