Barnet Youth Justice Service
The Barnet Youth Justice Service is currently focused on reducing first-time entrants and maintaining a zero custody rate for young people.
Barnet Youth Justice Service reported a 4.6% reduction in first-time entrants into the youth justice system and maintained a zero custody rate during the 2025-26 period. A July 2026 report stated the service enhanced its early intervention offer, increasing diversionary activity from 59 to 70 cases, and its Engage Team provided immediate intervention to 434 children.
The service prioritises diverting children away from formal processes and into supportive, strengths-based interventions. These strategies contributed to the reported reduction in first-time entrants. No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled to discuss the Barnet Youth Justice Service.
Key facts
- Barnet Youth Justice Service reported a 4.6% reduction in first-time entrants in 2025-26. Source
- The service maintained a zero custody rate during the 2025-26 period. Source
- Diversionary activity increased from 59 to 70 cases in 2025-26. Source
- The Engage Team provided immediate intervention to 434 children. Source
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