New life for young offenders

Beijing's Xicheng district procuratorate is changing the way it deals with young offenders and has partnered with a private company to help those without hukou, or permanent residency, in the capital.

Ming Yuan Group, a private enterprise with a chain of restaurants and hotels, has been providing selected young offenders with work and accommodation since July 3.

"The suspects will be treated the same as other employees here and sign a six-month contract with us," said Li Fei, administrative director of the company. "Then they'll get a temporary job in one of our restaurants or hotels.