Young people who have committed crimes help make amends by bringing a splash of colour to Plymouth
The project came about after complaints about graffiti on the boarded areas of Union Street
Plymouth’s Union Street has got a splash of colour thanks to the work of local artists and a group of young people who are working with the Youth Offending Team.
The project came about after complaints about graffiti on the boarded areas of Union Street.
Initially, the Youth Offending Team were asked to paint over the graffiti but it would always quickly return.
To try and make a lasting difference in the area the team worked with Plymouth Artists Together to frame and erect pieces of artwork.
Since the artwork has been installed the graffiti has not returned and the project has been expanded to other locations in the city
The work was carried out by a group of young people who are continuing to make amends for the crimes they have committed by taking part in a community reparation project.
Councillor Dave Downie, Cabinet Member for Education, Skills and Children and Young people said:
"This is absolutely fantastic, projects like this not only help improve our city but they also help those young people who have committed crimes to take responsibly for their actions and make amends for the harm they have caused by giving something back to their local community."
Cllr Dave Downie - Plymouth City Council