Gangs

A continuing problem in our area has been gangs of youths who generally say that there is nothing for them to do. Councillor Sue McGuire and Carmel Preston decided to investigate what activities are available for youngsters in our area and spoke with youth worker Ray Moore who leads the Stanley Youth Club. Ray outlined all the activities available at the club which is open Monday to Friday evenings and includes a ‘girls only’ evening on Tuesdays, and a junior club for 11-13 year olds. “Getting the children in at an early age will encourage them to attend when older, keeping them off the streets and out of trouble.” says Sue McGuire