Young people are paying the price for youth centre closures, says UNISON

Commenting on a YMCA report published today (Monday), which reveals the extent of youth centre closures, UNISON head of local government Jon Richards, said:
“A generation of young people have been robbed of the safety net of youth centres.
“It’s no surprise there’s been an increase in unemployment, mental health problems and gang-related activity.
“The short-sighted closing of youth centres will be felt for years to come –  with s