Editor's view

Out-of-school care is under the spotlight again this week, with the Kids' Clubs Network launching a campaign to set up facilities for teenagers (see News, page 6). Expansion in this so far neglected area of provision could really help to stop boredom and prevent young people becoming involved in crime. Careful thought will be needed, however, to give 11-to 16-year-olds what they want from a club. Meanwhile, the New Opportunities Fund has handed out £29m more to fund 50,000 out-of-school places and still has further money to allocate under the current scheme (see News, page 4). Deadlines for applications have...