 

Minister of State at the Department of Justice Niall Collins visited the Youth Action Project Sligo Leitrim in Sligo today to highlight the importance of youth diversion programmes.

 

He praised the work being carried out locally to support vulnerable young people and help steer them away from criminality and anti-social behaviour.

 

The Minister says the Government is continuing to increase funding and supports for youth diversion projects across the country, including in the North West.

 

Speaking to Ocean FM News, Minister Niall Collins said youth justice projects are vital in giving young people a second chance and helping them build a brighter future.

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Minister of State at the Department of Justice Niall Collins visited the Youth Action Project Sligo Leitrim in Sligo today to highlight the importance of youth diversion programmes.
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He praised the work being carried out locally to support vulnerable young people and help steer them away from criminality and anti-social behaviour.
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The Minister says the Government is continuing to increase funding and supports for youth diversion projects across the country, including in the North West.
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Speaking to Ocean FM News, Minister Niall Collins said youth justice projects are vital in giving young people a second chance and helping them build a brighter future.

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