Youth crime funding for bail accommodation in Moree and more therapeutic services for at

In an effort to reduce youth crime, the NSW state government has announced a further $23 million in funding for programs targeting at-risk youth.

The funding will provide wraparound therapeutic services, with $12 million to go to Moree, Tamworth and Kempsey to work with local communities to find and develop services that help youth already engaged or at risk of engaging in crime.

A further $6 million will go towards intensive bail supervision and support, including new caseworkers and Moree-based bail accommodation.

An additional $8.75 million had also previously been announced for bail accommodation and support services for Moree.

Police Minister Yasmin Catley has been travelling across the New England North West region this week to meet with councils, organisations and residents.

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