Young people

Connexions 360

Connexions 360 is our young people's website, covering subjects such as school options, contraception, money advice and things to do.

Children at work

Information about the national minimum wage, rules for employers and the restrictions applying to under 16s who want to work.

Travel and voluntary work

How to get some adventure into your life, do something worthwhile, and help your CV.

Residential care

What residential care is, and how to apply for it if you are a child and need to move away from home.

Getting ready for adulthood

Help for children leaving foster care or a residential home.

Youth offending

Information about the Youth Offending Team, help available to parents, carers and victims, plus volunteering to help young offenders.

Young carers

Where to get help if you look after someone in the family who is ill or disabled, has a mental illness or problems with alcohol or drugs.

Become a volunteer mentor

Could you help someone aged 16 to 21, for two or three hours a week? No experience needed, training and support provided.

Youth Development Service

Support and guidance for young people aged 11 to 19.