The Prison Reform Trust (PRT) is an independent UK charity working to create a just, humane and effective penal system. We were founded in 1981 to inform and influence public debate on prison conditions and the treatment of prisoners, amidst concerns about a projected prison population of 48,000 by 1984. With the prison population in England and Wales now exceeding 82,000 and projected to rise to 86,400 by 2023, the charity remains as important to civic society today as it was then. PRT's main objectives are: 1.reducing unnecessary imprisonment and promoting community solutions to crime 2.improving treatment and conditions for prisoners and their families 3.promoting equality and human rights in the justice system. We do this by inquiring into the workings of the system; informing prisoners, staff and the wider public; and by influencing Parliament, government and officials towards reform. While often working alongside the prison service to effect reform and maintaining close links with departments including the Ministry of Justice, Treasury, Home Office, Cabinet Office, Department of Health and Department of Children, Schools and Families, to retain its independence PRT does not seek or accept government funding. The structure and rigour of programmes are agreed with those trusts and foundations that generously fund the work. PRT has a strong track record of effecting change in policy and practice.
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Transform Justice recently convened a roundtable to find out why maturity is rarely considered as a mitigating factor in young adult hearings. Could introducing young adult courts with youth court principles be the solution? Learn more about what was discussed ⤵️
Nick Stace steps up as chair of the Prison Reform Trust as James Timpson is appointed government minister. https://lnkd.in/eMwy6xft
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Are you an experienced manager in a finance, operations, or development role in the voluntary sector? We're looking for a new Head of Operations. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/ev5NsjRc
Diversion schemes can help young adults end the cycle of reoffending and make positive changes in their lives. Read more about Devon & Cornwall Police's new deferred prosecution pilot below.
“We know formal processing is less effective for low level offending, and the evidence for diversion is much more compelling. But culture change is vital to shift negative perceptions.” Sarah Carlsen-Browne, Senior Manager for Reducing Reoffending at Devon and Cornwall Police, recently spoke to us about their Out of Court Resolution (OOCR) scheme to reduce reoffending amongst 18-25-years olds: ➡️ https://buff.ly/4cgODNd
An urgent reprioritisation of equalities and diversity work is needed by the Ministry of Justice and HM Prison and Probation Service. Read our latest report from the Prisoner Policy Network. https://lnkd.in/eZbA3hTF
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: We're looking for an experienced researcher with an excellent understanding of the penal system in the UK. If that sounds like you please check out our new position! https://lnkd.in/ev5NsjRc
JOB OPPORTUNITY: We're looking for an experienced researcher with an excellent understanding of the penal system in the UK. If that sounds like you please check out our new position! https://lnkd.in/ev5NsjRc
Sentencing Council guidelines recognise that young adults' maturity should be considered in court proceedings. However, in observations of 200 young adult hearings, CourtWatch London volunteers found that maturity was mentioned in less than a third of cases. Read the full report from Transform Justice ⤵️
🆕 📝 Transform Justice have published a report exploring to what degree the maturity of young adults is considered in the magistrates' court. It draws on observations of over 200 young adults hearings by CourtWatch London volunteers. Read the full report ⤵️
Prison Reform Trust are proud to launch our Next Generation Leadership programme. Today 21 deputy prison governors who are aspiring to become governors of the future begin! Thanks to Porticus; J Leon Philanthropy; and The Hadley Trust for their support and Erika Clegg DL ☀️ for co-facilitating with Pia Sinha.
Join David Maguire, Dr Ruth Armstrong and Dr Rod Morgan as they explore their experiences of prisons, prompted by objects, and discuss what's changed and priorities for future reform. Sign up ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eaQRuDJG