Launch of Prisoner Policy Network
The Prisoner Policy Network is a new, free to join, network of prisoners, ex-prisoners and supporting organisations. Hosted by the Prison Reform Trust, it will make sure prisoners’ experiences are […]
Government call for evidence on supporting former prisoners to find employment
The Cabinet Office and Ministry of Justice have put out a Call for Evidence asking for case studies from public, private and voluntary sector employers and organisations which support former prisoners to […]
Government consultation on probation services
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) last week announced an eight-week public consultation on the future of probation. Clinks and the National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) welcome this announcement. Clinks’ TrackTR […]
New resource shares children’s experiences of their dads going to prison
A new pack of arts activities developed by Nepacs and Helix Arts, Hidden Voices, has been released today. The resource, co-produced with artists, children whose dads are in custody, and men in […]
More good vibes
Good Vibrations is campaigning to bring ‘more good vibes’ to its past participants. The communal music making charity, which supports people in challenging circumstances with additional needs, has developed a Beyond Performance project for people who […]
Arts Council England pledge to support arts in criminal justice
Arts Council England has recognised the importance of arts in criminal justice in their latest strategic plan. Published last week, their two-year Corporate Plan sets out their high-level priorities for delivering their 10-year strategy […]
New film makes the case for arts in criminal justice
We are pleased to announce the release of our new film Why do arts in criminal justice matter? Using interviews filmed during our 2017 Annual Conference at the National Theatre, the […]
Longford Trust scholars exhibit in 250th RA Summer Exhibition
Two recipients of The Longford Trust scholarship have been selected to exhibit their work in the 250th Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, which opened to the public today. The Longford Trust […]
Clean Break announce new leadership team
The award-winning theatre company Clean Break has announced a new leadership team to take the company into its fifth decade of work with women in the criminal justice system. Founded […]
Justice Secretary says “there is a role for the arts”
The Justice Secretary, David Gauke MP, has recognised the role and impact of the arts in criminal justice as he sets out his position on a prison service “close to breaking point”. In […]