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Fraser Barton

Qld fast-tracks youth remand centre after criticism

Queensland's youth remand facility will be built near the Youth Detention Centre in Brisbane's south (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

A youth remand centre will be fast-tracked in Queensland after the state government copped criticism for allowing juveniles to be detained in watchhouses.

The premier on Thursday announced the $250 million, 50-bed facility will be built in Brisbane's south.

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