This briefing paper sets out the current policy context and key findings about young women’s experiences as they turn 18 and transition to the adult justice system, as well as experiencing changes in other kinds of provision, including in mental health support, accommodation, reduced safeguarding responses and leaving care. Drawing on insights from our expert seminar, research undertaken with girls and young women and existing literature and data, this briefing paper makes recommendations for researchers, policymakers and those working directly with girls and young women about what needs to change.

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