Cabinet
Cabinet abandons plan to lock up youth in closed juvenile care at night
Minister Sterk (Long-term Care, Youth and Sport) has decided not to proceed with legislation allowing the nighttime confinement of youths in closed juvenile facilities, reversing a proposal from the previous cabinet. She cited concerns that such measures are disproportionate and lack necessary justification, fearing normalization of isolation. The plan, intended for approximately 400 youths aged 12 and older exhibiting violent behavior, faced criticism from child rights organizations for being harmful. Minister Sterk acknowledged the challenges in managing complex behavioral issues and stated she will engage with stakeholders to prevent escalations through better interaction strategies rather than physical restraint.
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