Clinks Health and Justice Bulletin | February 2019

In this month's edition...

In this month's edition...

Join us to discuss how we can create change together at our annual conference 2019. People in the criminal justice system and their families are facing increasing challenges in getting the support they need to lead fulfilling lives.
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In this week's edition...
What should happen to people who commit criminal offences? We are seeking contributions for a book of differing, contrasting and contrary viewpoints. The book is part of the work of the Monument Fellowship. Please send up to 500 words to anne.fox@clinks.org by 31st January. #CJS
Worrying study by the Wales Governance Centre has found Wales has the highest imprisonment rate in Western Europe. It finds in Wales non-white prisoners are overrepresented in prison, & immediate custodial sentences given by magistrates rose by 12%.
https://t.co/QZiYIuUjN5
This report shows why support on release is vital. Several of our members (such as @LangleyHseTrust @CirclesUk ) do great work supporting people who have committed sexual offences to prevent recidivism. You can find support here: https://www.clinks.org/directory?f%5B0%5D=people_you_work_with%3Asex%20…