An announcement that major changes were to take place to youth services in Wiltshire came as a shock to staff in January.

They were told 144 youth workers faced redundancy as Wiltshire Council wanted to save £500,000 and all 24 youth clubs were likely to close.

But after a massive outcry from young people the council decided it could reduce the necessary saving to £250,000 but with just 25 youth workers.

After a 10-week consultation the council voted for a community-led option and by the end of July most youth clubs were closed.

Now the council is rolling out its new model. Each area board will have its own community youth officer – but activities will have to be organised and run by volunteers.