ПЗ 36: «Law. Rights and Obligations of People in Modern Society»
Read the text and write a story on the topic «Crimes and punishments in modern society».
Use the following words: drugs, punishment, crime, teenagers, unemployment, youth, television, anti-social behavior, weapons.
Keeping Young People off Drugs and off the Streets
For those who choose to leave school and then cannot find work, there is a void left to fill and a lack of routine can often result in increased crime, deprivation and unemployment. Numerous studies link boredom amongst youths to a higher level of street and gang crime as well as issues such as carrying weapons and taking drugs. Charity, Talk to Frank has recently launched a high-profile television advertising campaign raising awareness of the dangers associated with drug taking and several other charitable organisations offer support for addictions, as well as National Health Service initiatives.
The old-fashioned system of youth clubs is now almost extinct and with activities such as going to the cinema or going bowling expensive options, teenagers are left wondering what to do with their time. The National Youth Agency aims to change this with the establishment of several programmes tackling issues such as unemployment and anti-social behaviour. Local schemes focused on the worst-affected estates also offer centres for youths to gather as an alternative to hanging around on the streets. The DCSF’s Targeted Youth Support programme aims to identify and support vulnerable young people by offering help and guidance with employment and education, making services more accessible and encouraging active participation in community life.