Berkhamsted Youth Project raises concerns about autumn statement

The demonstrate, external for almost 30 years, he received children aged 12 to 18 in the city on the site of a former inn of the 16th century called “The Swan”.

It opens its doors every weekday during the academic term and school holidays. It offers a variety of activities, both organized and casual, as well as a cozy space for friends to gather and relax.

Mrs Dix has been manager for four years and said they make sure young people get a hot meal every day.

She said: “By giving them food, they focus on their education, can do their homework and have better relationships at home.

“Even in a place like Berkhamsted, which is considered affluent, we’re seeing queues at local pantries.”

Although the immediate future of the project is secure, Mrs Dix is ​​concerned that if funding is cut, it could reverse and lead to more anti-social behavior if young people have nowhere to go.

She said: “We need to invest in young people or we are creating problems in the long term.”