The Prevent programme has come under intense scrutiny following the case of Axel Rudakubana, who killed three children in Southport. Despite being referred multiple times to the scheme, Mr Rudakubana was deemed “in no danger of being radicalised” and was allowed to walk free. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said: “I am clear that urgent reforms are needed to Prevent,” acknowledging that the programme missed three opportunities to intervene. A review revealed that 1,600 other youths with violent tendencies remain unmonitored, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the programme. Ms Cooper has called for a review of referral thresholds, particularly for those obsessed with violence, as the number of school-age children referred to Prevent continues to rise.
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