Liverpool Prison turnaround

The last official inspection of HMP Liverpool, published in January 2018, marked a low point in the prisons crisis. Living conditions were among the worst inspectors had ever seen; with hundreds of broken windows, filthy block lavatories, graffiti, damp, dirt, rodents and insects. Chief Inspector Peter Clarke was particularly appalled… Work with Offenders reviews the detail of a very welcome new prison inspection report which charts a dramatic improvement in conditions at HMP Liverpool....

Analysis: National Probation Service faces staffing crisis

Much of the recent criticism of the probation service has focused on the underperformance of the 21 private Community Rehabilitation Companies. Indeed, so poor has been their performance, that the Ministry of Justice has decided to cut short their contracts and redesign the whole probation service. The National Probation Service… Work With offenders digs into the detail of a highly critical report by probation inspectors...

Tackling trauma

Over the last decade, there’s been a growing awareness about how many people are affected by trauma. People caught up in the criminal justice system are particularly likely to have suffered a range of traumatic experiences – ranging from emotional, physical and sexual abuse, to neglect, bullying, violence, bereavement and… Work with Offenders looks at the growing acknowledgement of the importance of trauma-informed work...

Federation chair to raise officer assault sentencing with Patel

John Apter, Chairman of the Police Federation, has said he will meet with Priti Patel in the New Year to ensure tougher sentences for those convicted of assaulting a police officer. Mr Apter said: “Violent offenders simply cannot continue be allowed to walk away with a slap on the wrist… The Police Federation will meet with the Home Secretary in the New Year to discuss harsher sentences for those who assault officers. ...