Youth engagement
Councils are currently focusing on reviewing youth engagement strategies and investing in related support programmes.
Redbridge Council's Children and Young People Committee agreed in July 2026 to make youth engagement a priority for its 2026-27 work plan. The committee plans to conduct 'deep dive' reviews into youth engagement, alongside educational attainment and safeguarding, to ensure focused and impactful work.
Croydon Council committed £4 million in March 2026 to its voluntary sector for youth support, including youth engagement programmes, for 2026. This investment, detailed in a report to the Scrutiny Children & Young People Sub-Committee, followed a review of the Youth Engagement Team.
Youth engagement, which involves young people in activities and decision-making, remains a key focus. Redbridge Council's Children and Young People Committee will conduct 'deep dive' reviews into this area as part of its 2026-27 work plan.
Key facts
- Redbridge Council's Children and Young People Committee agreed in July 2026 to prioritise youth engagement for its 2026-27 work plan. Source 1 Source 2
- Croydon Council committed £4 million in March 2026 for youth support, including youth engagement programmes, for 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The Croydon investment followed a review of the Youth Engagement Team. Source
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