The People's Chamber
ISSUE 80
JUN 19-25, 2026
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Youth Justice Board for England and Wales

YJB

We are a non-departmental public body responsible for overseeing the youth justice system in England and Wales. YJB is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Ministry of Justice .

We are a non-departmental public body responsible for overseeing the youth justice system in England and Wales. YJB is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Ministry of Justice .

Senior Staff

Steph Roberts-Bibby
Chief Executive, Youth Justice Board
Phil Bowen
Chair, Youth Justice Board

Latest Publications

YJB statement on sentencing for serious offences
News story
YJB response to the publication of the Southport Inquiry report
Press release
Tackling the youth justice system’s persistent challenges
News story
YJB response to the Government's youth justice reforms
News story