Kiri Allan: Justice Minister on youth crime statistics

As it's been reported, youth crime now is much lower than it has been for decades.   The number of children under 16 being charged is just a quarter of those facing the courts 20 years ago. Stats NZ says in the year to June, 1344 children and young people - aged 10 to 17 - faced charges. That's down from 1782 in the 2017-2018 financial year. According to Justice Minister Kiri Allan it's an indication that the Government's policies and parts are working.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.