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On Thursday 2nd July, 11am-12.30pm, we hosted a remote panel and Q+A event, hearing from key figures in criminal justice: Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Robert Buckland MP, Dame Anne Owers DBE (IMB), Kate Davies CBE (NHS England), John-Paul Marks (DWP), Jeremy Hayles (Nacro). Thanks to attendees and those who submitted questions;…

In response to HMI Probation Accommodation Thematic Inspection report which found that a lack of housing is jeopardising public protection and rehabilitation of offenders, Nacro Chief Executive Campbell Robb said: “This report hits the nail on the head. For far too long the scandal of people leaving prison homeless with little chance to turn their…

About Nacro Nacro’s goal is to reduce reoffending and help people both in prison and on release to change their lives and positively reintegrate into society. We operate in 30 prisons, young offender institutions and one secure training centre, offering a wide range of intervention, education, advice, guidance and practical support. In 2018/19 we ensured…

In response to today’s announcement, Campbell Robb, Nacro Chief Executive, commented: “We are delighted that the Government has recognised the value of a unified probation service after the fragmentation and failed reform of recent years. With this change must come a renewed commitment to the vital support charities of all sizes deliver, hand in hand…

Blog post about how Coronavirus has impacted on our justice teams

Tes highlights Nacro Education Centres in an article by Kate Parker, reporting on the disadvantage gap for vulnerable learners who are being hit hard by the Coronavirus crisis. The article outlines the challenges they face, how our staff are stepping up to the challenge of supporting them – and the unexpected ways in which in…

Nacro’s Through the Gate service in South Yorkshire prisons, part of South Yorkshire Community Rehabilitation Company (CRC), has been awarded an ”Outstanding’ rating. Through the Gate services support people as they prepare to leave prison. Our team work in prisons, including HMP Doncaster, HMP Moorlands, HMP Hatfield, and HMP Lindholme, as well as in the…

At yesterday’s first ever remote Justice Select Committee, Helen Berresford, Director of External Engagement, gave evidence on how people leaving prison should be supported during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and the need for longevity in planning beyond COVID-19. A panel of experts remotely attended the committee on the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on prison, probation…

In response to the Coronavirus outbreak, we have been continuously assessing and adapting our service delivery to respond to the changing situation. Staff, trustees and partners have been working hard to continue to support our service users and learners and support our staff during this difficult time. Below is the most recent update on how…

At Nacro we believe that in these unprecedented times, it is more important than ever to support those caught up in the criminal justice system, both in prison and on release. While there has been much immediate focus on how to manage the prison estate, for those whose release date is coming up, reintegrating into…