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Adult and juvenile reoffending statistics 2008

18 March 2010
Adult and juvenile reoffending statistics for 2008 were published today, showing progress against the Government’s target to reduce adult and juvenile reoffending by 10% between 2005 and 2011.

Consultation launched on upper age limit for jury service

16 March 2010
The government today launched a consultation on raising the upper age limit for jury service in England and Wales.

New help for people in debt

15 March 2010
The government today welcomed the introduction of extra support for consumers struggling to meet loan repayments.

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Reoffending of adults (NS)

18 March 2010
The latest National Statistics on the reoffending of adults released from custody or starting a community sentence in England and Wales in the first quarter of a particular year.

Reoffending of juveniles (NS)

18 March 2010
The latest National Statistics on the reoffending of juveniles released from custody or commencing out-of-court or non-custodial court disposals in England and Wales in the first quarter of a particular year.

Reducing delays in care and supervision proceedings

17 March 2010
Response to Lord Laming's recommendation on the establishment of a system-wide target for reducing delays in care and supervision proceedings.

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