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<p>We are very sensitive of the difficulties many children in custody will be having
as a result of Covid-19, and the measures taken to protect children and staff.</p><p>There
has been a focus on delivering essential activities (including regular phone calls,
with additional free phone credits allocated). ‘SECURE STAIRS’ - the integrated framework
of care jointly led by NHS England and NHS Improvement and the Youth Custody Service
- has adapted its approach to meet the needs of children at this time, whilst adhering
to physical distancing.</p><p>I am pleased that, following completion of ‘youth-specific’
Exceptional Delivery Models, ‘face to face’ education and visits are commencing this
week at our public sector Young Offender Institutions, as part of Covid-19 recovery
work.</p>
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