SIR: The prospective MP is almost right when he says that unruly children are a growing problem in schools (BEN, October 7). However if children's behaviour then children must be part of the answer.
At Bully Free Zone we train young people in listening and mediation skills so that they can help other young people find their own answers to their own problems. It is often easier for a child or young person to talk to someone close to their own age. If you know someone who is suffering from bullying or conflict then contact Bully Free Zone at 68 St Georges Road, Bolton or phone 01204 430418. Two mediators will listen to the children or young people involved in confidence, will not take sides, and there is no force involved: it is completely voluntary.
Let's break the cycle of violence, let's help young people to help themselves.
J Bird, Project Co-ordinator, Bully Free Zone
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