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Prison Reform Trust
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The Prison Reform Trust is an independent UK charity working to create a just, humane and effective penal system. Links and retweets are not endorsements.
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Today is #WorldChildrensDay. This year's theme is “my day, my rights", echoing our call for children with a close family member in contact with the justice system to get the support they need Right here, right now!

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A call to action right here, right now! | Prison Reform Trust
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November 20, 2025 at 11:17 AM
prtuk.bsky.social
Join us for an evening of choral music, carols, and guest speakers, followed by a glass of wine and a mince pie. A chance for PRT friends and supporters to gather, celebrate and reflect on our shared goals for prison reform

Book your tickets here: prisonreformtrust2.beaconforms.com/form/f7e01cdc
An illustration of three Christmas trees, with details of the Prison Reform Trust carol concert beneath. Full details read "Thursday 11th of December, 7:00pm–8:30pm. St George's Church, Hanover Square, London, W1S 1FX
November 18, 2025 at 12:29 PM
prtuk.bsky.social
Last week, we were proud to host the Building Futures showcase @manchester.ac.uk — a powerful celebration of the achievements, learning, and impact of the Building Futures programme.

Read more at prisonreformtrust.org.uk/building-fut...
Building Futures showcase: voices of leadership and hope from inside | Prison Reform Trust
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November 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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We’ve signed a joint letter calling on the Government to remove the courts’ power to remand people “for their own protection.”

This harmful practice places vulnerable individuals—especially women and children—in custody when they need care.
justicehq.bsky.social JUSTICE @justicehq.bsky.social · 17d
JUSTICE and 40+ other experts today urge the govt to remove the power to imprison people for their own protection while they await trial.

Prisons are not places of care, and this practice worsens issues such as homeless, addiction & mental health crises.

www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Lammy urged to end ‘scandal’ of people imprisoned for own protection
Exclusive: Removing courts’ power would help vulnerable adults and children and ‘free up jail spaces’, experts say, in wake of recent manhunts to find missing prisoners released by mistake
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November 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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The Prison Reform Trust has submitted evidence to the Law Commission’s review of homicide law. We support the proposed three-tier model as a step toward more proportionate sentencing—but call for safeguards to avoid unintended consequences.

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Prison Reform Trust responds to Law Commission’s homicide law review | Prison Reform Trust
PRT supports homicide law reform and a three-tier model, but urges safeguards to prevent unintended outcomes and ensure fair sentencing.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Our latest briefing on the Sentencing Bill highlights critical reforms to address the prison capacity crisis. ​While some measures are welcome, concerns remain about earned release, recall, and punitive licence conditions.
Read the full briefing here: prisonreformtrust.org.uk/wp-content/u...
The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament or the House of Commons on the 20th of November 2024 in London, United Kingdom. It is the meeting place of the governments of the United Kingdom and is on the bank of the river Thames in London. (Photo by Andy Aitchison)
November 10, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Join us for an evening of choral music, carols, and guest speakers, followed by a glass of wine and a mince pie. A chance for PRT friends and supporters to gather, celebrate and reflect on our shared goals for prison reform

Book your tickets here: prisonreformtrust2.beaconforms.com/form/f7e01cdc
An illustration of three Christmas trees, with details of the Prison Reform Trust carol concert beneath. Full details read "Thursday 11th of December, 7:00pm–8:30pm. St George's Church, Hanover Square, London, W1S 1FX
November 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Join us for Building Futures – a full-day event exploring long-term imprisonment, hosted by @prtuk.bsky.social & @criminologyuom.bsky.social. Hear lived experiences, watch the Rye Hill Parole Film & shape future reform.

📅 5 Nov | 🕘 9am–5pm

🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk...

#PrisonReform #UoM
Building Futures - Prison Reform Trust Conference 2025
Thinking Long-Term: Insights on Collaborating with Those Impacted by Long-Term Imprisonment to Shape Policies That Affect Them
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October 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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🙏 Congratulations to Simon, winner of a @prtuk.bsky.social Hope & Fulfilment Award!
Supported by The Prison Phoenix Trust, Simon inspires others in prison through yoga, breathwork & compassion.
🌿 Read his story: www.theppt.org.uk/2025/11/04/s...
#PrisonReform #YogaInPrison
Simon Wins Hope and Fulfilment Award for Helping Others Through Yoga in Prison
Simon, mentored by The Prison Phoenix Trust, has been recognised in the Prison Reform Trust’s Hope and Fulfilment Awards for bringing yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness to others in prison. His story…
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November 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The Prison Reform Trust was delighted to host an event celebrating the achievements of the winners and commendees of its inaugural Hope and Fulfilment awards.

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Pia Sinha, chief executive officer of the Prison Reform Trust, speaking at the Hope and Fulfilment Awards 2025
November 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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A really important analysis of the significant challenges facing the government in turning our ailing criminal justice system around.

🔴 Prisons report — www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...
🔴 Overview report — www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...
cassiarowland.bsky.social Cassia Rowland @cassiarowland.bsky.social · Oct 23
NEW REPORT Criminal justice is coming apart at the seams. Police, criminal courts & prisons can’t cope with the level of demand and performance keeps spiralling downwards. Early positive steps from the government won't be enough to turn things around
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...
Performance Tracker 2025: Criminal justice system | Institute for Government
The government must act to avoid the justice system returning to the crisis point seen when Labour entered office, or worse.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
October 24, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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The pathway through a very long-term sentence in a Scottish prison
@prtuk.bsky.social Building Futures report on the experiences of serving a long prison sentence in Scotland
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The pathway through a very long-term sentence in a Scottish prison
PRT Building Futures report on the experiences of serving a long prison sentence in Scotland
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October 6, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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Our new report out today, calls for fairer, more accountable sentence progression that supports personal development and timely release for long-term prisoners in Scotland.

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A deficit in trust and lengthy delays in sentence progression are leaving long-term prisoners in Scotland without hope | Prison Reform Trust
Report calls for fairer, more accountable sentence progression that supports personal development and timely release for long-term prisoners in Scotland
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September 26, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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With prisons at breaking point, the Sentencing Bill is a vital chance to cut ineffective short sentences and invest in community solutions. Our latest briefing sets out what’s good, what’s concerning, and what’s missing: prisonreformtrust.org.uk/prt-briefing...
PRT briefing on the Sentencing Bill | Prison Reform Trust
Read our briefing on the Sentencing Bill, outlining key reforms, concerns, and the action needed to reduce prison overcrowding
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September 12, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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David Lammy's appointment as Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice comes at a critical moment for reform. Read our full response in the link below.
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PRT comment: David Lammy appointed as Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice | Prison Reform Trust
David Lammy’s appointment comes at a critical moment, as the Sentencing Bill begins its journey through Parliament
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September 5, 2025 at 3:55 PM
prtuk.bsky.social
Acutely mentally unwell women face delayed psychiatric treatment at HMP Downview, a new report from the IMB reveals.

Read the full report below ⬇️

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Acutely mentally unwell women face delayed psychiatric treatment at HMP Downview - Independent Monitoring Boards
Women at HMP/YOI Downview who are acutely mentally unwell face lengthy delays when awaiting transfer to psychiatric units. In its
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September 3, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Today sees the long awaited publication of the Sentencing Bill. It offers an opportunity to begin to restore our justice system to a more proportionate, sustainable, and effective footing.
Read our full response in the link below.
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PRT comment: Publication of the Sentencing Bill | Prison Reform Trust
The Sentencing Bill offers a path to lasting reform — if its supported with the necessary resources to suceed.
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September 2, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Barriers to reintegration faced by people released from long prison sentences
@prtuk.bsky.social highlights the need for enhanced support and policy reform for people released from long-term prison sentences.
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Barriers to reintegration faced by people released from long prison sentences
Prison Reform Trust highlights the need for enhanced support and policy reform for people released from long-term prison sentences.
www.russellwebster.com
September 1, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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🚨I'm very excited to announce the launch of my report: Release from long-term imprisonment. This report is based on a new empirical study I conducted last year into the release experiences of people who have served very long prison sentences.
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August 29, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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Prisoners freed from IPPs and other long-term sentences are dogged by stigma and feel “set up to fail” on their release, with an “overwhelming” threat of recall if they fail to comply with complex license conditions, report by @prtuk.bsky.social warns

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IPP prisoners are dogged by stigma and ‘set up to fail’ on release, report warns
Exclusive: Prisoners have revealed their struggle to find housing and employment while living under an ‘overwhelming’ threat of recall
www.independent.co.uk
August 29, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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NEW REPORT: PRT's new report 'Release from long-term imprisonment', published today, highlights the significant barriers to reintegration faced by long-term prisoners on release.
August 29, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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HMYOI Feltham: violence declining but still the highest of any prison in the country.

Read the inspection report: hmiprisons.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk?post_type=hm...

And the press notice: hmiprisons.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk/news/report-...

See the healthy prison scores:
Bar chart illustrating the healthy establishment outcome scores for HMYOI Feltham when it was inspected in 2024 and 2025. All scores had remained unchanged across the inspections; safety and purposeful activity were rated poor and care and resettlement were rated reasonably good.
August 26, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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Labour to abolish most short prison sentences in England and Wales ⬇️

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Labour to abolish most short prison sentences in England and Wales
Exclusive: Legislation that will include Texas-style scheme to shorten jail time expected to be rolled out this year
www.theguardian.com
August 26, 2025 at 8:43 AM
prtuk.bsky.social
PRT Associate Sarah Beresford has written a blog explaining some recent adaptations to the Child Impact Assessment resources.

You can read the full blog here ⬇️

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August 18, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Our guest preacher this morning was Edward Smyth from @prtuk.bsky.social. Thank you Edward!
August 17, 2025 at 11:16 AM