New plan hopes to turn children away from crime

The new plan aims to guide services and professionals who work with children

A plan designed to help children who have come into contact with the youth justice system has been made by the Government of Jersey.

The Youth Justice Roadmap aims to guide services and professionals who work with children to help them lead safe lives.

The government said services and the community across Jersey, including the police, Royal and Youth Courts and Jersey Youth Service will work to ensure children and families receive support.

Assistant minister for justice and home affairs, Connétable Richard Vibert said: "A child diverted from crime is not just a reduction in offending, it is a family strengthened, a victim restored, and a safer island."

He added: "This is about putting children's rights at the centre of how we build a safer, more supportive Jersey.

"It's not just about reducing crime – it's about creating opportunities, restoring trust, and making sure every child has the chance to succeed, no matter what has happened in their past."

The roadmap is part of the Building A Safer Community (BASC) Framework, which aims to bring together government departments, the emergency services, courts, community services, charities and families to work in partnership to prevent crime, respond and support young people.