HL Deb 12 November 2001 vol 628 cc55-6WA
Baroness Blatch

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they agree with the recent guidelines that advocate greater leniency for young offenders. [HL1115]

Lord Rooker

The Youth Court Bench Book does not advocate greater leniency. It reflects the firm, consistent approach to young offenders which the Government have developed in recent years, with the support of Parliament.