Ciara has been delivering behaviour change programmes to Domestic Abuse (DA) perpetrators for several years. The feedback she would often get from service users was, “I wish I had learned this in school.” Ellie has a background of working with child victims of DA and has a great passion for… By Ciara Placentino & Ellie Cole...
This week, retired judge Sir Brian Leveson delivered his long‑awaited Courts Review—a comprehensive 380‑page analysis addressing the escalating backlog in Crown Courts across England and Wales. The review, commissioned to propose solutions to delays and inefficiencies, outlines 42 recommendations. Among the most notable is a proposed expansion in the use of Out‑of‑Court Disposals… By Jonathan Hussey...
What do victims want? A recent report from Transform Justice Beyond the courtroom: do out of court resolutions work for victims? asks the key question of what victims want after a crime occurs. The report is based on a poll of 1,235 victims and in-depth interviews with 25 victims whose cases were… Russell Webster reviews a report on OOCDs based on the experience of more than 1,200 victims where the sanction was used....
Have a browse below through our weekly overview of news from the criminal justice sector. CCRC chief steps down following miscarriage of justice concerns Karen Kneller has resigned from her position as Chief Executive of the Criminal Cases Review Commission. The move follows criticism of how the Commission handled several… By Chris English...
We’re proud to spotlight Rise Mutual CIC for their powerful work delivering the CAPVA (Child and Adolescent to Parent Violence and Abuse) programme across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, in partnership with The Chrysalis Centre. The RISE programme supports families experiencing violence from children or young people towards their parents and carers to respond in… by Justine Blakeman ...
Strengthen Your Leadership with the Work with Offenders Manager Webinar Series Leadership in probation and offender management is becoming increasingly complex. From managing hybrid teams to meeting rising regulatory expectations, today’s managers face evolving challenges that demand targeted support. That’s where the Work with Offenders Manager Webinar Series comes in —… by Martin Jerrold ...
“The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 recognises children as victims in their own right. By the time they start school, at least one child in every class will have been living with domestic abuse since they were born. 78% of these will experience direct abuse in the home”. Domestic abuse is… By Hardeep Roud...
Domestic Abuse Prevention – What can be done? Common questions that can often be asked of or about victims of domestic violence include “Why don’t they ask for help?”, “Why don’t they leave?” or “Why won’t they report it to the police”. These questions often overlook the psychological, emotional and… By Michelle Perry ...
Have a browse below through our weekly overview of news from the criminal justice sector. Inspection shows critical and ongoing failures in Nottingham Prison HMIP (His Majesties Inspectorate of Prisons) recently visited HMP Lowdham Grange and found a significant rise in violent incidents and medical emergencies. A report, released on… By Chris English...
Self-compassion Self-compassion refers to the capacity to treat oneself with kindness, understanding, and care, particularly in moments of difficulty or personal failure. In a society that often emphasises self-criticism and perfectionism, self-compassion offers a transformative alternative: the belief that to thrive and grow, individuals must extend the same warmth and… By Jake Neller...