Restorative Justice
Hounslow and Barnet councils are currently focusing on restorative justice within their youth justice plans to prevent re-offending.
Hounslow Council approved its revised Youth Justice Plan 2024-2027 in September 2026, which strengthens restorative justice as part of a preventative approach to youth offending. The plan, presented by Councillor Madeeha Asim, noted that 93 children were involved with the Youth Justice Service in 2025-26, with no custodial sentences issued for this age group.
Barnet Council's Youth Justice Plan for 2025-2027 has also shown success, with a reoffending rate of 28.6% and a 0% custody rate for young offenders in July 2026. Councillor David Longstaff highlighted the plan's focus on community-based interventions and prevention. Restorative justice is an approach that focuses on repairing harm caused by crime and conflict.
Key facts
- Hounslow Council approved its revised Youth Justice Plan 2024-2027 in September 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The Hounslow plan noted 93 children involved with the Youth Justice Service in 2025-26. Source 1 Source 2
- No custodial sentences were issued for young people in Hounslow in 2025-26. Source 1 Source 2
- Barnet Council's Youth Justice Plan 2025-2027 reported a 0% custody rate in July 2026. Source
- Barnet's reoffending rate decreased to 28.6% in July 2026. Source
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