In the session, Peter urged the Government to take a more joined-up approach, calling for closer collaboration between the Ministry of Justice and the Department for Education to support young people into training, apprenticeships, and meaningful employment.
Peter asked the Minister for Justice:
“Aspiration and ambition are drivers of social mobility and help to reduce deprivation and crime. What discussions has the Minister had with the Department for Education to increase apprenticeships and training opportunities for young people to ensure a more joined-up approach by Government in reducing youth offending throughout the UK?”
The Minister responded:
“We have regular discussions with the Department for Education on these matters, and he is absolutely right. The more young people we get into training, education, and work, the less crime we should have on our streets.”
While Peter welcomed the Minister’s response, he stressed the need for real action—not just warm words. He believes that to truly break the cycle of youth offending, Government must invest in long-term opportunities that give young people the skills, confidence, and ambition to build better futures.
For Peter, reducing crime starts with tackling its root causes—and that means giving the next generation something to aim for, and the tools to achieve it.
