Chapter 7: Safer Communities for All

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1 Chapter 7: Safer Communities for All Long term Challenges There are real signs that intensive action on youth offending is paying off. Since 2008/09, the number of first-time entrants to the youth justice system in Wales has fallen by more than half, despite the economic situation. Reoffending rates for young people are declining more slowly, but this is still positive given that the fall in the number of first time entrants means that the youth offending system has a higher concentration of young people with complex needs and more persistent patterns of offending. More generally, the incidence of recorded crime continues to decline, although perceptions of anti-social behaviour have risen slightly. Although alcohol related deaths have risen for much of the decade they have fallen since We are continuing to work closely with partner agencies and service users to tackle the increase in drug deaths. The incidence of fires attended by the fire service, and casualties from fires, have declined for most of the last decade although this was not maintained this last year. Road casualty rates have been on a declining trend. Our Actions Recruitment of additional Community Support Officers has begun ahead of time and 165 were either deployed or in training by April Recruitments of some part time officers mean that in total 545 officers will be deployed by September Our Safer Communities Fund spent 4.5m in 2011/12 via Community Safety Partnerships, on projects aimed at diverting young people away from crime and antisocial behaviour. Through the Right to be Safe Strategy, and 10,000 Safer Lives project we are joining up public services to help victims of domestic abuse and violence against women to reduce incidents and numbers of repeat victims. This will help inform the development of new legislation to tackle domestic abuse and violence against women. The action we are taking on substance misuse is on track. People are getting faster access to assessment and treatment and in 2010/11 over 50% of those leaving treatment had a positive outcome profile. Drug-related crime has continued to fall. The Welsh Government continues to invest over 50m a year to implement the actions within the 10 year substance misuse strategy for Wales Working Together to Reduce Harm. We will continue to lobby the UK Government to take more robust approach to tackling the pricing, availability and advertising of alcohol. We know that these are important factors which influence alcohol consumption, particularly amongst young people. There have been improvements in outcomes since fire and rescue services were devolved in The number of fires stood at (per 100,000 population) in 2010/2011, less than figures for Scotland, but greater than those for England. In recent years progress has levelled. The number of people injured in fires rose in both South and North Wales during 2010/11 and decreased in other areas. Deliberate fire setting remains a particular concern for South Wales. The recent publication of the Fire and Rescue National Framework sets out how we expect Fire and Rescue Authorities to work to achieve improvement.

2 Reducing the level of crime and fear of crime OU051 - Overall recorded crime rate This indicator shows the level of recorded crime in Wales. Overall recorded crime rate (per 1,000 of the population) Programme for Government 2012 Update Source: Home Office police recorded crime Policing and crime are non devolved matters, but many factors that influence levels of offending and criminality are matters which have been devolved to the Welsh Government including health, education, fire and rescue. The continued fall in the figures is welcomed, in particular given the normal impact of recessions on offending. Our ambition, therefore, must be to use all of our levers to further bring down these figures. We have acted to pursue that ambition by: Fulfilling a key Welsh Government commitment in the recruitment of additional 500 Community Support Officers, which has begun ahead of time. The first 20 recruits were trained in Gwent in November 2011 and deployed from February Overall, 165 CSOs were either deployed or in training by April Recruitments of some part time officers mean that in total 545 officers will be deployed by September Spending 4.5 million in via Community Safety Partnerships, on projects aimed at diverting young people away from crime and anti-social behaviour. Work has begun on the development of the consultation on the Prevention of Youth Offending (Wales) Bill, which will take place in Summer

3 Providing voluntary organisations and Community Safety Partnerships, who provide domestic abuse support services across Wales, 4.16 million of funding in Acting through the 10,000 Safer Lives project to join up public services to help victims of domestic abuse and violence against women. New legislation to tackle domestic abuse and violence against women was announced as part of the Legislative Programme. Formal consultation will take place in Autumn Statistical footnote: In recent years there have been two significant changes in the rules for the recording of crimes. The Home Office Counting Rules for Recorded Crime have been extended to include extra offences, and it is now the number of victims that are counted rather than the number of offences. These changes were introduced in 1998 and the National Crime Recording Standard (NCRS) was introduced in Police recorded crime figures before and after these dates are not directly comparable. 2

4 OU052 - Perceptions of anti-social behaviour Programme for Government 2012 Update This indicator describes the percentage of respondents to the British Crime Survey who report a high level of perceived anti-social behaviour. Perceptions of anti-social behaviour Source: British Crime Survey Whilst the incidence of recorded crime continues to decline, there has been a slight increase in perceptions of anti-social behaviour between and We are commited to making our communities safer through reductions in anti-social behaviour, crime (including the fear of crime), substance misuse and the incidence and impact of fires, as well as effective co ordination of emergencies. The key actions to deliver this are: Reducing the level of crime and fear of crime. Reducing the harm associated with substance misuse. Reduction and prevention of young offending. Reducing rates of domestic abuse and violence against women. Improving safety in communities. Improving the resilience of communities. The additional 500 Police Community Support Officers in Wales will be highly visible in their communities, engaging with people, providing reassurance and tackling anti-social behaviour. They will play a pivotal role not only in making our communities safer, but in making them feel safer. 3

5 Statistical footnote: These figures are based on results of the British Crime Survey (BCS), a face to face victimisation survey in which people resident in England and Wales are asked about their experience of a range of crimes in the 12 months prior to the interview, and about their attitudes towards different crimerelated issues. The perception of anti-social behaviour is based on respondents reporting a high level of perceived anti-social behaviour relating to: noisy neighbours or loud parties. teenagers hanging around on streets. rubbish or litter lying around. vandalism, graffiti and other deliberate damage to property. people using or dealing drugs. people being drunk or rowdy in public places. abandoned or burnt out cars. 4

6 Reducing the harm associated with drug and alcohol misuse OU053 - Prevalence of problematic drug misuse This indicator shows the prevalence of problematic Class A drug misuse. Prevalence of problematic drug misuse Source: Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) The long term challenge of reducing the prevalence of problematic drug misuse is recognised within our Programme for Government. It is clearly difficult to gather absolutely accurate information about problematic drug use, as so much is illicit in nature and this indicator excludes a range of examples such as legal highs, psychoactive substances, steroids and other image enhancing drugs. However, we are considering other options to capture this data, and may report on these in future years. Problematic drug use has not significantly improved over the period from 2006 to We continue to invest over 50 million to implement the actions within the 10 year substance misuse strategy for Wales Working Together to Reduce Harm and build upon achievements such as improving access, availability and quality of children and young people s services for tackling drug and alcohol misuse. Additional funding provided by the Welsh Government has created an extra 7,535 treatment places since Statistical footnote: The data is collected in the Crime Survey for England and Wales (previously called the British Crime Survey). This will give a consistent measure over time and across England and Wales, as the methodology does not change year on year. The data relate to self-reported illicit drug use. This is not the same as problematic drug use and must be caveated because of inherent non-response issues. 5

7 OU054(a) - Numbers of drug related deaths This indicator shows the number of deaths that are related to drug misuse. Numbers of drug related deaths The 2010 Welsh figure of 152 deaths represents an increase of 15 per cent from Source: Office for National Statistics In Wales, we have been actively engaged in taking a national approach to systematically reviewing drug related deaths and ensuring that there is an evidenced based approach to tackling the problem. A National Monitoring Group into drug related deaths oversees the work of four Regional Confidential Review Panels that periodically analyse a sample of deaths where illicit and prescribed drugs were involved. This helps ensure that lessons learned are translated into changes at service planning and delivery levels. We are supporting a number of key initiatives to respond to these circumstances, these include: Take home Naloxone - in May 2009 we introduced the take home Naloxone rescue scheme. Naloxone is an opiate antagonist that reduces the effects of opiates and is routinely administered by Accident & Emergency staff and ambulance paramedics in overdose situations. Since the initiative was launched, Naloxone has been successfully used in over 100 occasions, potentially saving many lives. National learning - Learning the Lessons themed bulletins have been regularly published which summarise the key findings and learning opportunities gained from reviewing individual cases. Improved strategic planning - the reports from each Drug Related Death Review Panel are now developed on an Area Planning Board level with recommendations being more locally focused, which enable better planning and service delivery at a local level. 6

8 Emergency care settings - Accident and Emergency Departments provide opportunities to refer those who have suffered a near fatal poisoning to treatment services for their drug dependence. A number of harm reduction groups have been established. These local forums have also progressed other initiatives associated with Blood - Borne Virus, Hepatitis services, Pharmacy interface, Naloxone and Needle Exchange. The Welsh Government is also supporting the development of a compendium of harm reduction advice for substance misuse services. Statistical footnote: Deaths are included if the underlying cause of death is regarded as drug-related, according to the National Statistics definition. More information on this definition can be found in ONS bulletins. The International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) codes used to define these deaths are listed below: F11-F16, F18-F19, X40-X44, X60-X64,Y10-Y14, X85 The figures exclude deaths of non-residents. The latest data for Wales can be found at: 7

9 OU054(b) - Numbers of alcohol related deaths This indicator shows the number of deaths that are alcohol-related. Numbers of alcohol related deaths Source: Office for National Statistics Figures for 2009 and 2010 have effectively remained static (493 and 494 respectively), following a peak in 2008 (541 cases). Whilst the factors that govern the level of alcohol misuse and the numbers of deaths it causes are varied, and do no all reside within the control of the Welsh Government, we have taken a number of actions to help reduce alcohol related deaths, these include: Issuing a number of alcohol related treatment frameworks for service commissioners and providers. The Chief Medical Officer has reissued advice regarding the importance of alcohol free days and we continue to promote this message strongly with a campaign Change 4 Life. Developing our work and health programme Healthy Working Wales (HWW) which includes the Corporate Health Standard and the Small Workplace Health Award, with the aim to provide free support and advice to employers in developing health and well-being policies and initiatives in the workplace. Continuing to provide funding for Alcohol Concern Cymru to raise awareness of alcohol misuse issues, monitor and report on questionable alcohol labelling and promotions, lead on information campaigns, develop and issue good practice guidance and undertake research. The UK Government published their new alcohol strategy on 23 March The headline factor within it is the proposal to introduce a minimum price for a unit of alcohol. The UK Government propose to set this at 8

10 40p per unit. We do not believe that this goes far enough, as evidence suggests that a minimum unit price of between 40p and 50p could reduce the number of alcohol-related deaths in Wales by 20 to 25 per cent. This would equate to 200 to 250 fewer deaths, per year, after 10 years. We will continue to lobby the UK Goverment for an increase in this minimum price. We will also continue to lobby for an outright prohibition on television product placement of alcohol. We will continue to monitor the existing voluntary code of practice for the alcohol industry as part of keeping our position under review and will seek devolution of powers in relation to alcohol licensing. Statistical footnote: The National Statistics definition of alcohol-related deaths includes only those causes regarded as being most directly due to alcohol consumption. It does not include other diseases where alcohol has been shown to have some causal relationship (for example cancers of the mouth, oesophagus, and the liver). The definition includes all deaths from chronic liver disease and cirrhosis (excluding biliary cirrhosis), even when alcohol is not specifically mentioned on the death certificate. Apart from deaths due to poisoning with alcohol (accidental, intentional or undetermined), the definition excludes any other external causes of death, such as road traffic and other accidents. This allows for consistent comparisons over time for those deaths most clearly associated with alcohol consumption. Excludes deaths of non-residents. The latest data for Wales can be found at: 9

11 Reduction and prevention of young offending OU055 - First time entrants to the youth justice system This indicator measures, on an annual basis, the number of juvenile first time entrants to the criminal justice system. Number of first time entrants to the youth justice system Source: Youth Justice Board Since , the number of first time entrants to the youth justice system in Wales has been falling. Whilst the Police, the Courts and the Prison Service are not devolved to Wales, the reduction shows that the needs of young people (that can lead them to offend) are being better addressed by devolved services. For example, mental health and substance misuse needs, exclusion from education, and other vulnerabilities. The Welsh Government is committed to preventing children and young people entering the youth justice system. This is a key aim of the consultation on the proposed Youth Offending (Wales) Bill. Officials are currently engaging with key stakeholders with a view to consulting on proposals which aim to: Reduce the number of children and young people entering the youth justice system by improving support from devolved services for pre-court diversion. Provide better support from devolved services for children and young people in the youth justice system. Strengthen the accountability and co-operation of local and regional partnerships in their support for young people while they are in the youth justice system. 10

12 Provide better support, aftercare and re-integration services for children and young people after a community or custodial sentence. We will be considering how we can create an environment that enables restorative alternatives to police charging to be considered for all first time and less serious offences. The Welsh Government already supports a number of restorative justice projects as part of the Safer Communities Fund. Safer Communities Funding continues to support projects that will prevent young people from offending. Safer Communities Funding is used to fund Community Safety Partnerships in Wales and schemes aimed at diverting young people away from crime and anti-social behaviour. This includes projects relating to education, training, leisure, arts, sports, restorative justice, and initiatives to combat substance misuse. The Safer Communities Fund has distributed 4.5 million to Community Safety Partnerships in Statistical footnote: The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 11

13 OU056 - Rate of proven re-offending for young people This indicator shows the rate at which young people who had previously been convicted of an offence commit another offence within one year. Rate of proven re-offending for young people Source: Ministry of Justice, Offending History Tables The data shows reoffending rates have remained fairly static. In Wales, these results should be understood in the context of a significant fall in the number of first time entrants into the system, which has resulted in a higher concentration of young people with complex needs and more persistent patterns of offending. Safer Communities Funding continues to support projects that prevent young people from offending and we continue to see a reduction in the number of first time entrants into the youth justice system. Safer Communities Funding is used to fund Community Safety Partnerships in Wales and schemes aimed at diverting young people away from crime and anti-social behaviour. This includes projects relating to education, training, leisure, arts, sports, restorative justice, and initiatives to combat substance misuse. The Safer Communities Fund has distributed 4.5 million to Community Safety Partnerships in Statistical footnote: Proven re-offending is defined as any offence commited in a one year follow-up period and receiving a court conviction, caution, reprimand, or warning. A further six months is allowed for cases to progress through the courts. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 12

14 Reducing rates of domestic abuse and violence against women OU057 - Percentage of successful prosecutions and convictions in cases of violence against women This indicator shows the percentage of prosecutions in cases of violence against women that result in conviction. Percentage of successful prosecutions and convictions in cases of violence against women Source: Welsh Government Departmental Management Information Tacking domestic abuse and all forms of violence against women is a key priority for the Welsh Government. As the chart shows, the percentage of successful prosecutions and convictions in cases of violence against women has increased in Wales; and while there has been a slight decline in the rate since a peak in 2009, the latest data from 2011 still shows a 6.5 percentage point increase on the 2007 figure. To improve the reporting of domestic abuse, and increase conviction rates, the Welsh Government is: giving a share of 4.16 million to voluntary organisations and Community Safety Partnerships to help provide domestic abuse support services across Wales. joining up public services to help victims of domestic abuse and violence against women through the 10,000 Safer Lives Project. These programmes, and other Welsh Government initiatives, will help inform the development of new legislation to tackle domestic abuse and violence against women, announced as part of the Legislative Programme. 13

15 Statistical footnote: A data collection sharing protocol has been agreed between the Crown Prosecution Service and the Welsh Government. Data in relation to successful prosecutions and convictions in cases of violence against women and domestic abuse will be reported in the second Right to be Safe Annual Report and any subsequent annual reports. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 14

16 Improving safety in communities OU058 - Number of fires attended This indicator measures the number of fires attended by the Fire and Rescue Service per 100,000 of the population. Number of fires attended (per 100,000 population) Source: Number of Fires - Statistics Wales and IRS, Department for Communities and Local Government. Population - Mid Year Estimates, Office of National Statistics The Welsh Government aims to make our communities safer by reducing the incidence of fires and impact of fires where they do occur, as well as effective co-ordination of emergencies. We contribute to this by effective community fire safety education and advice. Where dwelling fires do occur, we aim to reduce the impact as a result of fire safety equipment activation (e.g. smoke alarms) and safety advice provided to the most vulnerable and at risk. We are working with Fire and Rescue Authorities (FRAs) to ensure that they prioritise community fire safety services for vulnerable citizens. Impact is also reduced by appropriate emergency response from highly skilled fire-fighters. There have been improvements in outcomes for the citizen since fire and rescue services were devolved in The number of fires stood at (per 100,000 population) in , less than figures for Scotland but greater than those for England. In recent years progress has levelled and a continued focus will be required to ensure that progress is maintained. The recent publication of the Fire and Rescue National Framework sets out how we expect FRAs to achieve improvement by collaboration and partnership, planning and innovation. 15

17 The Welsh Government will be monitoring FRAs delivery of the Framework through the Fire and Rescue Consultative Forum and will be supporting the work of the FRSs through the provision of grant funding and the delivery of various strategies, including the Wales Arson Reduction Strategy and the FRS Children and Young Peoples Strategy. The Welsh Government provides grant funding of million to support FRA community safety activity, including arson reduction and the provision of Home Fire Safety Checks which includes the provision of smoke alarms. Statistical footnote: This indicator provides data for Wales, Scotland and England. It does not include false alarms attended. The data for this indicator are sourced from the Incident Recording System (IRS), and the rates (per 100,000 population) have not been published as official statistics. The numbers of fires are available on StatsWales. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 16

18 OU059 - Number of fatal and non-fatal casualties from fires This indicator provides data on the number of deaths and non-fatal casualties (including those given first aid and sent for precautionary checks) caused by fires in Wales. Number of fatal and non-fatal casualties from fires in Wales Source: to from FDR1 paper forms onwards from Incident Recording System This indicator tells us whether Fire and Rescue Authorities (FRAs) are being successful in reducing the incidents of deaths and injuries resulting from fires in Wales through their community safety activity and emergency response. The Welsh Government provides grant funding to support FRA community safety activity, including arson reduction and the provision of Home Fire Safety Checks (HFSCs) which includes the provision of smoke alarms. Although there is an increase in the number of fire deaths in , the general trend for fire deaths and injuries across Wales in last 6 years is down. Although this paints a generally positive picture, there are variations between FRAs. For the FRAs, the Programme for Government sets out the Welsh Government s aim to help make our communities safer by reducing the incidence of fires and impact of fires where they do occur, as well as effective co-ordination of emergencies. We are seeking to achieve a reduction in the number of deliberate fires and accidental dwelling fires as a result of effective delivery of community fire safety education and advice. Where dwelling fires occur, we are aiming for a reduction in the impact of these fires as a result of fire safety equipment activation (eg smoke alarms) and safety advice provided to the most vulnerable and at risk. Impact is also reduced by appropriate emergency response from highly skilled fire-fighters. 17

19 The Welsh Government provides grant funding of million to support FRA community safety activity, including arson reduction and the provision of Home Fire Safety Checks which includes the provision of smoke alarms. Statistical footnote: Fatalities and non-fatal casualties are shown in the StatsWales table linked below: 18

20 OU060 - Road Casualty rates This indicator measures road casualty rates in Wales, in terms of the numbers killed or seriously injured in road traffic accidents. Road casualty rates - number of people killed or seriously injured Source: Stats19: Road accidents and casualties There have been significant reductions in the number of people being killed or seriously injured on the roads in the last decade. Targets set for 2010 were exceeded and 1,087 deaths and serious injuries, whilst individually tragic, must be seen as a significant improvement on the 1,871 incidences recorded in There has been a rise in the number of killed and seriously injured road casualties in 2011, but this increase is within the parameters you would expect for a small country like Wales and we remain confident that the general trend is downwards. This data allows us to analyse where collisions occur and the causes of them, so we can target specific locations and groups to reduce the number and severity of collisions. We have set interim targets for further casualty reductions to be achieved by the end of 2012, ahead of targets for 2020 that will form part of a Road Safety Delivery Plan. The Plan will set out our strategic approach to road safety and target specific vulnerable groups (e.g. motorcyclists, young people). We also continue to provide funding for road safety through the Regional Transport Consortia, Wales Road Casualty Reductions Partnership and the Fire and Rescue Service. Statistical footnote: This indicator is based on Police reported road casualties in Wales. The statistics refer to casualties resulting from personal injury accidents on public roads reported to the police. The police compile statistical data about road traffic accidents and casualties (called Stats19 data) for the Welsh Government and the Department for Transport (DfT). 19

21 A casualty is defined as a person killed or injured in an accident. One accident may give rise to several casualties. Broadly, a casualty is seriously injured if the injuries sustained mean they are admitted to hospital. Casualties reported as killed include only those cases where death occurs in less than 30 days as a result of the accident. 20

22 Reducing the level of crime and fear of crime TR103 - Progress towards recruitment and deployment of additional 500 Programme for Government 2012 Update This indicator provides us with data on the number of additional Police and Community Support Officers (PCSOs) recruited and deployed in Wales. Progress towards recruitment and deployment of additional 500 PCSOs Source: Project timetable and recruitment figures. Recruitment and training timetables are on course to deliver this commitment by September 2013, as planned. Single points of contact have been identified in each Police Force and regular communications are maintained with the Welsh Government to ensure recruitment and training is on track. Current indications are that the recruitment scheme is oversubscribed. The Police Forces recruitment plans indicate that through the recruitment of some part time officers, they will deliver an additional 45 CSOs. This means that 545 CSOs will be in place as a result of the commitment by September We will be establishing evaluation mechanisms to consider the difference these officers have made for communities on their crime rate and their fear of crime. Statistical footnote: This indicator tells us about the progress being made by the Welsh Government and the Police Forces in Wales towards the recruitment of an additional 500 PCSOs. This is one of the Government s 5 for a fairer Future priority manifesto commitments. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 21

23 TR104 - Level of Welsh Government enhancement to support PCSOs actively employed by British Transport Police This indicator measures the progress being made by the Welsh Government and Police Forces in Wales towards the recruitment of 18 British Transport Police Community Support Officers. The training of all 18 British Transport Police (BTP) CSOs commenced on 21 May Recruitment and training timetables are on course to deliver this commitment by September 2013, as planned. Single points of contact have been identified in each Police Force and regular communications are maintained with the Welsh Government to ensure recruitment and training is on track. Current indications are that the recruitment scheme is oversubscribed. 22

24 TR105 - Progress on CCTV programme at rail stations This indicator measures the number of CCTV cameras at stations across Wales. Progress on CCTV programme at rail stations Programme for Government 2012 Update Source: Arriva Trains Wales Over the course of this administration, we will continue our major programme of investment in station improvements - a key aim of which is to improve safety and security. The most recent data from 2011 shows that we now have 881 cameras in operation at stations across Wales. This is in addition to the provision of CCTV on all Arriva Trains Wales trains funded by the Welsh Government. Information gathered by the British Transport Police has shown that improved CCTV coverage is playing a vital role in crime detection and prosecution. To help drive performance, the major upgrade of Swansea High Street Station is approaching completion and it - coupled with the scheme to start shortly at Llandudno - will significantly improve CCTV coverage. Other upgrades are also in the pipeline and further improvements will be made. Statistical footnote: The data for this indicator is sourced from departmental management information and has not been published as official statistics 23

25 TR106 - Coverage of no cold calling zones This indicator will provide us with data on the number of no cold calling zones in Wales. No cold calling zones can help to combat the problem of doorstep crime. There is evidence to suggest that they can help to deter unscrupulous cold callers from approaching people living in the zones. They can also be useful in giving people the confidence to deal with any unwelcome cold callers. The Welsh Government is committed to protecting communities from doorstep crime, and whilst most cold callers will not have any criminal intent, we are very clear that communities should be able to make clear their desire not to be subject to cold calling. No cold calling zones already exist in a number of areas in Wales, and it is very important that we work with Trading Standards to build on what is already in place. The extension of no cold caller zones to other areas of Wales is a key objective for us and one we have timetabled for action over the course of

26 Reducing the harm associated with drug and alcohol misuse TR107 - Percentage of referrals to substance misuse treatment providers who are assessed within 10 working days This indicator provides us with data on the percentage of referrals relating to clients who are referred for substance misuse treatment that are assessed within 10 working days. Percentage of referrals to substance misuse treatment providers who are assessed within 10 working days Source: Welsh National Database for Substance Misuse This indicator helps us to understand how well we are doing in our work to reduce the harm associated with substance misuse. Since the percentage of clients that are assessed within 10 working days of being referred for substance misuse treatment has been increasing. Together with data on the percentage of clients treated within 10 working days of assessment, and data on the percentage of individuals exiting structured substance misuse treatment with an improved quality of life, these indicators tells us: (i) how promptly we are assessing people who are referred for substance misuse treatment; (ii) how quickly they start to receive treatment after assessment; and (iii) for those who start structured treatment, how many experience an improvement in their quality of life. 25

27 A range of different initiatives and programmes are being taken forward to support delivery, this includes: The Substance Misuse Action Fund (SMAF) has been allocated to Area Planning Boards (APBs) from April 2012 to allow more commissioning of services regionally, enable economies of scale, and help to ensure value for money. A stronger focus on recovery and taking a holistic approach to treatment: To reduce the number of clients who re-enter the treatment system and to maximise the number of clients who remain in recovery following treatment. We are also seeking a continuation of the Drug Intervention Programme (DIP) post April 2013, when the responsibility is transferred to the new Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs). Statistical footnote: Currently the Welsh Government benchmarks activity in respect of referral and assessment times across the Welsh regions. The latest data for Wales can be found at: 26

28 TR108 - Percentage of referrals to substance misuse treatment providers who are treated within 10 working days of assessment This indicator provides us with data on the number of clients who are referred for substance misuse treatment who are treated within 10 working days of assessment. Percentage of referrals to substance misuse treatment providers who are treated within 10 working days of assessment Source: Welsh National Database for Substance Misuse This indicator helps us to understand how well we are doing in our work to reduce the harm associated with substance misuse. Since , the percentage of clients that are treated within 10 working days of assessment (when referred for substance misuse treatment) has been increasing. Together with the indicator on the percentage of individuals exiting structured substance misuse treatment with an improved quality of life we can see: (i) how promptly we are assessing people who are referred for substance misuse treatment; (ii) how quickly they start to receive treatment after assessment; and (iii) for those who start structured treatment, how many experience an improvement in their quality of life. A range of different initiatives and programmes are being taken forward to support delivery, this includes: The Substance Misuse Action Fund (SMAF) has been allocated to Area Planning Boards (APBs) from April 2012 to allow more commissioning of services regionally, enable economies of scale, and help to ensure value for money. 27

29 A stronger focus on recovery and taking a holistic approach to treatment: To reduce the number of clients who re-enter the treatment system and to maximise the number of clients who remain in recovery following treatment. We are also seeking a continuation of the Drug Intervention Programme (DIP) post April 2013, when the responsibility is transferred to the new Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs). Statistical footnote: Currently the Welsh Government benchmarks activity in respect of referral and assessment times across the Welsh regions. The latest data can be found here: 28

30 TR109(a) - Percentage of individuals with positive treatment outcome profile (TOP) during the treatment process This indicator shows the percentage of clients - who are in receipt of structured treatment - that experience an improvement in their quality of life during the treatment process. Percentage of individuals whose treatment outcome profile (TOP) showed an improvement in quality of life during the treatment process Source: Welsh National Database for Substance Misuse, NHS Wales Informatics Service People who misuse drugs, alcohol or other substances cause considerable harm to themselves and to society. They may harm their families lives by damaging the health and well-being of their children and place a burden of care on other relatives. There is also harm to the communities in which they live through the crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour associated with substance misuse. It is for these reasons that reducing the harm associated with substance misuse and supporting rehabilitation is a key priority for social services in Wales. The above chart provides a baseline from which we can assess how well we are doing in our work to reduce the harm associated with substance misuse; as individuals whose treatment outcome profile (TOP) showed an improvement in quality of life are more likely to retain employment, show reductions in their substance misuse and improvements in their family lives. Looking ahead, there are a range of different initiatives and programmes being taken forward to improve delivery in this area, including: Allocating the Substance Misuse Action Fund (SMAF) funding to Area Planning Boards (APBs) from April to allow more commissioning of services regionally, enable economies of scale, and to assist in ensuring value for money. 29

31 A stronger focus on recovery - To reduce the number of clients who re-enter the treatment system and to maximise the number of clients who remain in recovery following treatment. Integrated Care Pathways (ICPs) - Which will secure consistency and parity of approach across Wales, ensuring clients are regularly reviewed and receiving treatment that best fits their needs. Statistical footnote: To make the assessment, treatment outcome profile is used. This covers 4 distinct areas: Substance use. Injecting risk behaviour. Crime. Health and social functioning. The data includes individuals recorded between and who received structured treatment for whom there is a record of treatment outcome profile (TOP) at both the start and at the first review of treatment. Structured treatments include inpatient detoxification, community detoxification, residential detoxification, substitute opioid prescribing and psychological interventions. Improvement in quality of life is measured according to an increase in the client s rating of the TOP quality of life indicator. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information for 2009 to 2011 and have not been published as official statistics. For further information on Treatment Outcome Profiles and the quality of life indicator please see the Substance Misuse in Wales at: 30

32 TR109(b) - Percentage of individuals with positive treatment outcome profile (TOP) when exiting the treatment process This indicator shows the percentage of clients - who are in receipt of structured treatment - that experience an improvement in their quality of life when exiting the treatment process. Percentage of individuals whose treatment outcome profile (TOP) showed an improvement in quality of life when exiting the treatment process Source: Welsh National Database for Substance Misuse, NHS Wales Informatics Service People who misuse drugs, alcohol or other substances cause considerable harm to themselves and to society. They may harm their families lives by damaging the health and well-being of their children and place a burden of care on other relatives. There is also harm to the communities in which they live through the crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour associated with substance misuse. It is for these reasons that reducing the harm associated with substance misuse and supporting rehabilitation is a key priority for social services in Wales. The above chart provides a baseline from which we can assess how well we are doing in our work to reduce the harm associated with substance misuse; as individuals whose treatment outcome profile (TOP) showed an improvement in quality of life are more likely to retain employment, show reductions in their substance misuse and improvements in their family lives. Looking ahead, there are a range of different initiatives and programmes being taken forward to improve delivery in this area, including: Allocating the Substance Misuse Action Fund (SMAF) funding to Area Planning Boards (APBs) from April to allow more commissioning of services regionally, enable economies of scale, and to assist in ensuring value for money. 31

33 A stronger focus on recovery - To reduce the number of clients who re-enter the treatment system and to maximise the number of clients who remain in recovery following treatment. Integrated Care Pathways (ICPs): Which will secure consistency and parity of approach across Wales, ensuring clients are regularly reviewed and receiving treatment that best fits their needs. Statistical footnote: To make the assessment, treatment outcome profile is used. This covers 4 distinct areas: Substance use. Injecting risk behaviour. Crime. Health and social functioning. The data includes individuals recorded between and who received structured treatment for whom there is a record of treatment outcome profile (TOP) at both the start and at the first review of treatment. Structured treatments include inpatient detoxification, community detoxification, residential detoxification, substitute opioid prescribing and psychological interventions. Improvement in quality of life is measured according to an increase in client s rating of the TOP quality of life indicator. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information for 2009 to 2011 and have not been published as official statistics. For further information on Treatment Outcome Profiles and the quality of life indicator please see the Substance Misuse in Wales at: 32

34 TR110 - Number of Peer Mentors recruited and appointed as part of the European Social Fund Peer Mentoring Scheme to help substance dependent beneficiaries This indicator provides us with information on the number of peer mentors recruited and appointed as part of the European Social Fund Peer Mentoring Scheme. Number of Peer Mentors recruited and appointed as part of the European Social Fund Peer Mentoring Scheme to help substance dependent beneficiaries The indicator tells us how many paid and volunteer Peer Mentors are available to support substance misuse service users at the end of their treatment - to help make positive changes to their lives. Support provided by Peer Mentors includes helping service users access training and development opportunities, gain qualifications, enter volunteering, and find paid employment. There is evidence to suggest that becoming a Peer Mentor, and engaging in pro-social activity, can be a pathway into long-term employment. As at November 2011, 208 Peer Mentors were operational and delivering services (of whom 58 were paid). It is anticipated that the project will achieve (and may even exceed) the target of establishing 240 paid Peer Mentors, given that: 407 Peer Mentors have been trained; 56 have moved into employment or training; and 143 have chosen to leave or have been de-selected. This leaves 208 in operation. 33

35 In terms of project outcomes, as at December 2011 the data showed that 4,084 service users have received support from the Peer Mentor project. Of these, 405 have entered employment and 553 have achieved accredited qualifications. Statistical footnote: This indicator provides data on the number of Peer Mentors recruited and appointed as part of the European Social Fund Peer Mentoring Scheme to help substance dependent beneficiaries. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 34

36 Reduction and prevention of young offending Programme for Government 2012 Update TR111 - Access to suitable accommodation for young people in the Youth Justice System in Wales This indicator tells us whether young people are getting access to suitable accommodation when leaving a custodial sentence. Access to suitable accommodation for young people in the Youth Justice System in Wales Source: Youth Justice Board: Youth Justice Management Information System (MIS) Access to suitable accommodation, when leaving a community or custodial sentence, has a known impact on the likelyhood of reoffending. The Welsh Government continues to engage with internal and external colleagues to ensure that young people in the youth justice system have access to suitable accommodation. The Welsh Government also intends to consult on a Prevention of Youth Offending (Wales) Bill later in This will take forward our commitment to strengthen the delivery of services to children and young people entering or leaving the youth justice system in Wales. Officials are currently engaging with key stakeholders with a view to consulting on proposals which aim to: Reduce the number of children and young people entering the youth justice system by improving support from devolved services for pre-court diversion. Provide better support from devolved services for children and young people in the youth justice system. 35

37 Statistical footnote: The data shows the percentage improvement in the number of young offenders being in suitable accommodation before and after a community sentence and before and after a custodial sentence. Data are collected by the Youth Justice Board (YJB) from Youth Offending Teams (YOTs), but these are not independently validated. The YOT Data Summary (YDS) for Wales is produced each quarter to serve as a standard set of Wales Youth Justice Indicator (WYJI) and other data for YOTs and the YJB. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 36

38 TR112 - Average hours education, training or employment received by young people starting a community sentence in Wales This indicator shows the percentage change in the hours in suitable education, training or employment - comparing before and after a young persons community or custodial sentence. Percentage change in the average number of hours in suitable education, training or employment young people have once they commence a community or custodial sentence Source: Youth Justice Board This indicator is important because young people in the youth justice system often become disengaged from mainstream education. We continue to engage with internal and external colleagues to ensure that young people starting a community sentence in Wales receive education, training and opportunities. We will also consult on a proposed Prevention of Youth Offending (Wales) Bill later in This will take forward our commitment to strengthen the delivery of services to children and young people entering the youth justice system. We are currently engaging with key stakeholders around proposals which aim to: Reduce the number of children and young people entering the youth justice system by improving support diversion services before court action is necessary. Provide better support, from all our services, for children and young people in the youth justice system. Strengthen the accountability and co-operation of local and regional partnerships. Provide better support, aftercare and re-integration services after a community or custodial sentence. 37

39 The youth justice system is one of the few areas of policy relating to children and young people which is not devolved in Wales. As responsibility for so many relevant policy areas, such as education, housing, substance misuse, health, social services, and the needs of looked after children are all devolved, strengthening our approach will ensure accountability amongst all partners for children and young people in the youth justice system, so that they can access a range of welfare, educational and other services. Statistical footnote: Data are collected by the Youth Justice Board from Youth Offending Teams, but these data are not validated. The YOT Data Summary (YDS) for Wales is produced each quarter to serve as a standard set of Wales Youth Justice Indicator (WYJI) and other data for YOTs and the YJB. It is published on the Youth Justice Management Information System (MIS), in the Reporting area, in the YOT Data Summary and Toolkits folder. The data for this indicator are sourced from departmental management information and have not been published as official statistics. 38