... 2013. A multiple methods design was adopted, consisting of semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders (YJB Cymru staff, Welsh Government staff and Youth Offending Team staff), observations of policy and practice mechanisms (YJB Cymru meetings, YOT projects) and documentary analysis of YJB Cymru...

... of the problems that have to be overcome, the role of youth offending teams and some of the initiatives that have been developed to address young people's needs. Design/methodology/approach It is a literature review based on research the author has undertaken over the last decade that incorporates...

... processes and interviews and focus groups with Youth Offending Teams staff. Findings The research shows that the YJB is an inherently ambiguous organisation. This ambiguity has made it simultaneously highly insecure and extremely productive, enabling it to extend its influence and activities beyond...