No sympathy for ‘juvenile grubs’ in detention centres, Qld deputy premier says (opens original article in a new tab)

Queensland's deputy premier criticized youth detainees, while unions staged work stoppages over safety concerns in detention centres.

• Queensland's deputy premier expressed no sympathy for youth detainees, calling them 'juvenile grubs' and attributing lockdowns to their actions.
• Unions staged work stoppages at all Queensland youth detention centres over 387 assaults on staff in the past year.
• Youth advocates raised concerns about lockdowns restricting access to showers, exercise, education, and medical care for detainees.
• The government claims youth detention centres are fully staffed after a recruitment drive, while unions and advocates highlight ongoing staffing and safety issues.