In 1958 the Countess of Albemarle was appointed by the Minister of Education to chair a review the work of the Youth Service in England and Wales, the findings of which were reported in 1960. As a result of the Albemarle Report the National College for the Training of Youth Leaders was established. Other developments included:
- £28 million was spent between 1960 – 68 on 3000 building projects
- Experimental Projects Fund established to encourage innovation
- The Joint Negotiating Committee established to set the terms and conditions for youth workers.
