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<p /> <p>The first Secure College will open in the East Midlands in 2017. This will
be the first of a new generation of secure educational establishments which will put
education at the heart of youth custody. If successful, it will inform our vision
for the future of the youth custodial estate across England and Wales.</p><p><strong>
</strong></p><p>The Government has recently completed a public consultation on our
plans for Secure College Rules. These Rules will provide the statutory framework for
the effective operation of Secure Colleges. We have proposed a Rule on education which
would set out a requirement for Secure Colleges to establish a minimum of 30 hours
of educational activities for young people each week. This, in addition to wider activities,
will help to equip young people with the skills, qualifications and self-discipline
they need to lead lives free from crime. We will respond to the consultation in due
course.</p>
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