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‘When You Learn, You Don’t Return’: How Education in Prison Reduces Recidivism
When I was sentenced to forty-five years in prison, I never thought I’d earn a college degree or be successful in any way. I couldn’t have been more wrong. It was in the ninth [...]
After going to prison aged 15, this millennial is now learning how to launch his own fashion company
Shaquiel Campous was 15 when he was first sent to prison for possession with the intent to supply drugs. When he was released 14 months later, he knew he didn't want to go back. "I kn [...]
The Guardian view on criminal record checks: the case for second chances
There are good reasons for the existence of the current system of criminal record checks in England and Wales. It is right that some employers and organisations reliant on volunteers [...]
Ministry of Justice and NHS England Come Out In Support of Prison Recovery Wings
Following a decade of decline, and months of rumours, a Ministry of Justice press release last month confirmed their intention to support the development of a new generation of ‘speci [...]
Man wants to stay in jail for psychiatric help
A 22-year-old man is receiving the vital mental health treatment he requires while in prison – in contrast to the HSE’s psychiatric service which refused to treat him That’s what his [...]
Bike social enterprise to get €548,000 investment
A bicycle sale, repairs and upcycling shop, which works with people with a history of addiction, is to receive a €548,000 investment from the Government. Frontline Bikes is an initiat [...]