The latest views and discussion from Clinks staff and guest writers. We also use blogs to give short updates on our latest projects, as well as briefings on topics of interest to members.
What the parties said about sentencing, and what impact their plans could have on the voluntary sector
Following our round up of the major parties' manifestos, we take some time to explore the commitments around sentencing and prisons and the impact they might have on people in contact with the criminal justice system, and the voluntary organisations who support them.
A round up of the week’s criminal justice manifesto commitments
The week of the 10th June saw the Liberal Democrats, Conservatives, Greens and Labour publish their 2024 manifestos, and Reform published their 'contract' on the 17th June. With three weeks until the election on July 4, here we review each party’s commitments on policing and criminal justice.
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Blogs
What do we mean by co-curated?
This is a guest blog by David Kendall, the founder of "Penned Up" - a literary festival that takes place in prison.
David started "Penned Up" because he felt people in prison were denied agency – art was done to them. The festival started in HMP Lewes in 2015, and has run programmes in Downview and Erlestoke with the latter becoming its base. The model is always a committee of prisoners working with the festival directors to put together a programme reflecting the interests and needs of its prison audience.
Publications
The Education Committee inquiry into boys’ attainment and engagement in education
Clinks provided a response to the The Education Committee inquiry into boys’ attainment and engagement in education.
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The role is for a leader from an organisation focused on racially minoritised people, with expertise in service delivery, policy, advocacy, or related areas in criminal justice. Racial disparities are present at every CJS stage. This role ensures these voices are central in shaping policy to help address and eradicate them. Apply by Mon 18 Nov, 10am. More info: https://www.clinks.org/voluntary-community-sector/vacancies/15566 #CriminalJustice #RR3 #RacialEquity