Young Offenders: Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

(asked on 21st February 2024) - View Source

Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment has he made of the adequacy of education provision for young offenders with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder on the secure youth estate.


Answered by
Edward Argar Portrait
Edward Argar
Minister of State (Ministry of Justice)
This question was answered on 26th February 2024

NHS England is continually improving the processes in place for children and young people in custody including those with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. When they first enter custody, the CHAT assessment tool is used to ensure all health concerns are noted and observed, so that clinical professionals can assess the child or young person’s underlying condition and provide any necessary support.

We know the importance of ensuring that time in custody is purposeful, and we are committed to ensuring that children and young people have the necessary and appropriate access to education, skills, and work provision, with a consistent daily programme of activities. We are also committed to providing education and enrichment for those for whom a classroom setting is not appropriate.

Priority is given to ensuring that children and young people in custody are safe. Conflict resolution practitioners work with children and young people to resolve conflict between individuals and groups, and to help them engage in opportunities available in our care.

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