UK unveils measures to fight violent youth crime

Professionals in the health and education sector, police service and other walks of life in the United Kingdom will be required to report warning signs help tackle the problem of youth violence.

On Monday, UK Home Secretary Sajid Javid launched a consultation to ensure public bodies, including hospitals, raise concerns about children at risk of becoming involved in knife crimes.

The Home Office proposal is called a public health duty, and is designed to ensure that every part of the social system works together to support young people and makes targeted interventions before they commit violence or are groomed by gangs.