Youth safety
Bexley Council is addressing rising youth safety concerns, particularly among younger residents, with Newham Council also reviewing services for young people.
In April 2026, Bexley Council noted rising youth safety concerns, with younger residents reporting higher insecurity. Councillor Caroline Day highlighted new funding for youth clubs and diversion programmes and requested a breakdown of statistics for residents feeling unsafe, which the Deputy Director confirmed could be provided.
In September 2026, Newham Council's Education, Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee reviewed its work programme, performance dashboards, and transformation projects within Children and Young People's Services. Youth safety refers to the safety and well-being of young people, ensuring their protection from harm or danger in the community, which councils address through strategic planning and initiatives.
Key facts
- Youth safety concerns are rising in Bexley, with younger residents reporting higher insecurity, as noted in April 2026. Source
- Bexley Council's Councillor Caroline Day requested a breakdown of statistics for residents who do not feel safe. Source
- New funding for youth clubs and diversion programmes was noted by Councillor Caroline Day in April 2026. Source
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