Commissioner launches Children and Young People’s Charter

Police and Crime Commissioner Jane Mudd has launched a new Children and Young People’s Charter.

It sets out her commitment to ensuring that children and young people are heard and that their rights are championed within the criminal justice system.

The Commissioner’s charter is shaped by the voices of more than 2,000 children and young people across Gwent and will guide the work of the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner going forward.

Jane Mudd said: “My role is to ensure that all residents receive the best possible service from Gwent Police. The voices of children and young people are often lost or overlooked, and I want to make sure they are heard loud and clear.

“Over the past year, my team and I have travelled across Gwent to speak with thousands of children and young people. I’ve listened carefully to everything they’ve shared, and this charter has been shaped by their voices.

“They told me that feeling safe at home, at school, and in their communities is really important. They want the police to treat them fairly and kindly. If something bad does happen, they want the right support to help them feel better and move forward.

“To achieve this I am making three key promises to the children and young people of Gwent: I will listen to you, protect your rights, and make sure that services we provide are the best they can be.

“I want every child and young person in Gwent to be able to reach their full potential. By keeping these promises and working more closely with our children and young people, I believe we can make Gwent a better place for us all.”