CHILDREN in youth custody say they are more likely to be restrained than cared for or well treated by staff, according to a damning report by inspectors. 

A survey into the experiences of child offenders found less than half — 41 per cent — felt cared for in their establishment, while 65 per cent said they had been physically restrained. 

Chief inspector of prisons Charlie Taylor said the survey results described a “disturbing” and “grim reality” of violence, self-harm and long periods of time locked in cells.