In response to the rising rates of juvenile delinquency, the government has unveiled a robust set of initiatives aimed at curbing school violence and bullying.
The new measures mark a concerted effort by the centre-right government to address one of the most pressing concerns plaguing the nation’s youth, authorities say.
“Juvenile delinquency is a matter of grave concern that requires a holistic approach,” government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis said. “This campaign confronts the issue head-on, with the goal of making a shift in culture.”
Police data paint a stark picture of the current state of youth offenses, ranging from drug-related crimes and weapons possession to traffic violations and physical assaults.
The government’s strategy introduces a spray of new measures ranging from the return of 5-day suspensions for students implicated in school violence to keeping parents financially accountable for any vandalism caused by their children at school.