Youth Practioners’ Association

Our AGM is taking place on 17/09/25 @ the offices of @HJACrimeTeam, 18:00. @LauraJanes_UK will be providing us with her insights into the delayed Sentencing Bill. If you would like to join us please email contact@ypayouth.org #youthjustice #youthjusticetimetochange

@PREVENTwatchUK @CityLawSchool @ucl @GypsyTravellerM @HarrowLawCentre @agnes_agyepong @global_bmh @GTStewartSols @Simpson_millar @RaheelMohammd @Maslaha @shabnabegum @RunnymedeTrust @LauraJanes_UK @YJLCUK @mediate_kate @Drive_Forward @T2AAlliance @BarrowCadbury @eastonjoey @unlockcharity @Justforkidslaw Caroline Liggins (@msliggins) of @hodgejonesallen discusses the importance of proof in ensuring the trial process meets a child's needs. She also highlighted how long criminal trials unfairly affect children, often stretching until they turn 18, taking their childhood away.

YJLC training co-delivered with young people gives pupil barristers at Garden Court Chambers an opportunity to explain the law and process to children and to get their direct feedback. Communicating with children effectively is an essential part of providing children with adequate legal advice. Training delivered by @MelStooks @GTStewartSols @YPATweet and Katya Moran @YJLCUK

Commander Paul Trevers criminal justice lead for @metpoliceuk kicking off day 2 of custody sergeants training part of Child First Custody Training and Research Pilot (CHiRP). An innovative pilot which aims to change the way children are treated at the police station. @lccsa @YPATweet @mediate_kate @YJLCUK

Huge congratulations to our Senior Associate Casey Jenkins (@Caseyleej), the newly appointed President of the @LCCSA! Casey represents the interests of London’s criminal solicitors with energy and dedication. Being recognised as the Leader of the criminal solicitor profession in London is both an immense honour and a testament to the high regard in which she’s held within LCCSA. Well done, Casey, on this amazing achievement! Read more about Casey: hja.net/legal-team/cas…

The UK is the only country in Western Europe to sentence children to life. The number of “child lifers” has increased, as have their minimum terms. This article with @smhulley explores the data & recent changes in law & policy that recognise the distinct needs of this cohort

They will explore the critical issues linked to age assessments, including best practice, the Merton principles, and age determination hearings.

This event will be chaired by Marie Spenwyn of @LibertasChambe3 featuring Penelope Baird of Bhatai Best Solicitors, Caroline Liggins of @HJACrimeTeam, and Jordan Santos-Sindes of @9BRChambers

🚨NEW EVENT: Round Table Discussion on: Navigating Age Assessments & Determinations In Criminal Proceedings. Date: 23/10/2024 Time: 18:00 Location: Gray's Inn, 11/12 South Square, London WC1R 5EY Reserve your place today ⬇️ shorturl.at/VmtYs

Attended a brilliant full day of training organised by @YPATweet . Fantastic to see so many colleagues committed to providing tailored advice and representation to vulnerable clients. Thanks to @HJACrimeTeam for hosting and all the excellent speakers #childfirstrepresentation

After months of meetings and a lot of hard work it all feels real now! It's very exciting to be at the first training session for lawyers for the police station pilot scheme. The training for lawyers concludes on Monday and then the custody sergeants are next...

CHILD FIRST CUSTODY TRAINING & RESEARCH PILOT (CHiRP) is well under way, it’s great to see so many lawyers here listing to this expert-led training on how to best represent children in the police station.

This training will be part of ChiRP (Child first training & Research Pilot) which will include training for custody sergeants and the piloting of an alternative pathway for children arriving at Wood Green and Brixton Police Stations

The training will be delivered by leading youth justice lawyers from @Justforkidslaw, @YJLCUK & us @YPATweet in collaboration with child psychotherapists.

The two training sessions will take place on Saturday 14th September (9.30am – 4pm) and Monday 16th September (5pm – 8pm) at Hodge Jones Allen (180 North Gower Street, London, England NW1 2NB). You must attend both training sessions.

Are you on the duty solicitor scheme for Camberwell Green (Brixton) & Hendon/Barnet (Wood Green)? If so, we are offering you the opportunity to attend two FREE expert-led training events on how to best represent children in the police station. Sign up ⬇️ eventbrite.co.uk/e/representing…