§ 28. Mr. CorbettTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will list the powers to be given to the proposed young offenders teams in helping to tackle youth crime. [30366]
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§ Mr. MichaelThe Crime and Disorder Bill places duties rather than powers on youth offending teams. Stopping young people offending usually involves challenging several aspects of their lives. That is why the youth offenders teams will co-ordinate the provision of youth justice services in their area in accordance with the local youth justice plan. Team members will supervise and enforce community penalties. Staff of the relevant local agencies will work together as an integrated team to challenge young people's offending behaviour.