In a bold move to combat youth violence and provide constructive outlets for young Londoners.
Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a £1 million year-long investment into sports activities during school holidays.
This initiative, set to commence at Easter, will support nearly 2,000 young individuals across up to 20 community-led projects. This is in collaboration with the Mayor’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU).
Understanding the Initiative
The funding aims to offer structured, engaging activities during school breaks. The Mayor’s Office has identified this period for Policing and Crime, as they expect youth violence to peak.
By providing access to sports and physical activities, the program seeks to divert young people from potential involvement in violence and crime.
“Tackling violence is my top priority,” stated Mayor Khan. “We know that to tackle violent crime, we must be tough on the causes
