A better justice system for young adults

T2A campaigns for a criminal justice system that takes into account the distinct needs of young adults 18-25

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24 June 2025
Looking Forward, Acting Now: Shaping the Future of Justice for Young Adults

Annmaries Lewis blogs about current and future plans for the T2A Transition to Adulthood campaign.

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Sentencing Review Report, young adults
BCT/T2A response to final Sentencing Review Report May 2025

Barrow Cadbury Trust/T2A has responded to the final Sentencing Review Report. We believe there is much in this report to welcome.  However, T2A is disappointed that more consideration was not given to the specific needs of, and the evidence we have amassed around effective responses to, young adults which we highlighted in our response to the consultation. 

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Offensive Weapons Homicide Reviews are unlikely to save young adult lives says CCJS report
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Resources for criminal justice practitioners

T2A resources provide unique insight into working with young adults

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Implementing T2A

T2A evidence shows that taking a distinct young adult approach reduces crime and makes economic sense.

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