Last updated: June 2018
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Strip Searching Children: A Continuing Violation of Children’s Rights in Wales
Dr Rhian Croke, Children’s Legal Centre Wales New data published on April 9th 2026, from UK Home Office custody statistics indicate that 157 children were strip searched in police custody in Wales in the year ending March 2025. This can be cautiously compared with 183...
We Were Wondering- What is a Senedd Election?
Rhian Howells- Education and Engagement Lead The next Senedd election takes place on 7 May 2026, and this year comes with big changes that young voters should know about. Whether you’re voting for the first time at 16 or you’ve taken part before, this election gives...
Listening to Children in Wales: What Young People Say They Need from Legal Support Today
What do children and young people in Wales want to know about the law today? And how do they want to access legal support when they need it? These were the questions behind our recent survey of 143 young people aged 11–17. Their responses provide a valuable snapshot...