The NSW Government, however, considers a Royal Commission of this nature unnecessary in NSW, particularly since the state is experiencing a surge in violent crime and gang activity. Instead, the NSW Premier has announced that tough changes to the Young Offenders Act (YOA) 1997 (NSW) and the Children (Criminal Proceedings) Act 1987 (NSW) are necessary to curb the growing violence and deter young people from engaging in further crime. The following three amendments to the Young Offenders Act 1997 (NSW) and Children (Criminal Proceedings) Act 1987 (NSW) are considered by the NSW Government as the only way to protect the community. On; The introduction of mandatory sentencing for all violent offenders

1. Provide a concise summary of the proposed change. This summary must state your position on the issue (i.e. you either agree or disagree with the proposed change- NOT BOTH).

2. Provide a relevant and brief background to the issue

3. Produce a detailed analysis of the issue that considers the various policy dimensions and implications.

4. Provide a clear conclusion that summarises your paper

5. Provide a suggested course of action (an evidence-based alternative to the proposed change)