Young adults in the criminal justice system – eighth report of session: 2017-19

How can the criminal justice system improve outcomes for young adults in custody and in the community? This parliamentary report makes recommendations for ensuring that the distinct needs of young…

Young minds, big decisions

Fair Trials has found that young people are being placed under intense pressure to plead guilty to crimes without fully understanding the life-changing consequences of their decision. Publisher: Fair Trials…

First Generation: PCCs, One Year On

How can police and crime commissioners shape local responses to young adults with complex needs? This report examines ways to achieve lasting systemic change through partnerships, meaningful engagement with young…

Understanding barriers to Restorative Justice for young people, young adults and victims of crime

Why me? investigate the barriers preventing the wider use of Restorative Justice for young people and young adults. Publisher: Why me?…

T2A response to the Ministry of Justice consultation on Strengthening Probation, Building Confidence proposals, September 2018

T2A serious violence duty consultation response July 2022

T2A response to the Justice Select Committee’s inquiry on Restorative Justice, January 2016

The Knot – Lived experience perspectives on policing, trauma, poverty and inequalities

How can trauma and poverty responsive policing work better for young adults? This research explores guiding principles from the perspective of young adults who commit repeated low-level offences. Publisher: Revolving…

Using an identity lens: constructive working with children in the criminal justice system January 2020

How do practitioners develop a greater understanding of the importance of identity to behaviour? This report bridges the gap between theory and practice and provides tools for practitioners to put…

The Use of Deferred Sentencing in England and Wales. A Review of Law, Guidance and Research

This report looks at the role of deferred sentencing in England and Wales and asks whether courts could make greater use of the power to defer sentencing. Publisher: Sentencing Academy…

Young Adults on Remand: A Scoping Study for T2A

How should remand be reformed, in the light of the Justice Committee’s 2018 recommendation that “There is a strong case for a distinct approach to the treatment of young adults…

Leaders Unlocked Impact Report