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Many thanks to @joesmithcreative.bsky.social for an excellent write up of our session at the Paisley Book Festival last month paisleybookfestival.com/blog-buildin...
Blog: Building Hope: Art, Architecture, and the Possibility of Abolition - Paisley Book Festival
Dr Kirstin Anderson, lecturer in criminology at Edinburgh Napier University, and Professor Yvonne Jewkes, one of the
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May 16, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Hatred of police not racism motivated children in English riots, report finds: "there’s a tradition in [my city] of people versus police. We had an opportunity." www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Hatred of police not racism motivated children in English riots, report finds
Children’s commissioner says young people involved in disorder felt disempowered and saw chance to retaliate
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January 28, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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@georgemonbiot.bsky.social is right to point out that political capture has compromised counterterrorism policing. We would suggest that the political policing of domestic populations is central to understanding why a domestic police force was formed. #spycops erasmusresearch.com/the-politics...
The Politics of Policing: Counterterrorism, Spycops, and the Illusion of Democracy - Erasmus Research
In a Bluesky post linking to his Guardian article, George Monbiot states: “Perhaps Prevent failed to pick up on the danger signs from Axel Rudakubana partly because, in common with other anti-terroris...
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January 27, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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"DOGE is not about efficiency. It is about erasure. Democracy is being deleted in slow motion, replaced by proprietary technology and AI models. It is a coup, executed not with guns, but with backend migrations and database wipes" www.notesfromthecircus.com/p/the-plot-a...
The Plot Against America
How a Dangerous Ideology Born From the Libertarian Movement Stands Ready to Seize America
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February 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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🔴 NEW: A 22-year-old man died alone in his cell at Scotland’s only private prison after waiting months for mental health support. Now his family plans to sue HMP Addiewell, claiming it failed in its duty of care.

Read the full story: bit.ly/41RmLev
March 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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We're following #NOLR. You can find out more about OLRs here 👇
March 24, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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Want to help? Go to nolr.org/how-you-can-..., where you can find a template letter to your MSP, make a donation or contact us and join us as a member.
How You Can help - OLR Campaign
The Centre for Crime and Justice Studies published a report in 2022 which likened indeterminate sentences to psychological torture.
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March 24, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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New campaign starting today highlighting the injustice of the Order of Lifelong Restriction (OLR) in Scotland. Read our blog explaining the problems with the OLR. Follow the campaign #NOLR erasmusresearch.com/highlighting...
Highlighting the Problems of the OLR Sentence in Scotland - Erasmus Research
By Nicola Ceesay (Doctoral Candidate, University of Glasgow) and Margaret Malloch (Professor of Criminology, University of Stirling). A recently formed group, NOLR, is leading a social media campaign ...
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March 24, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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So few people are prepared to talk about these topics. We need to amplify the voices of those who do. Please have a read and share the blog.
#livedexperience #criminal-justice
Our latest blog contributor - ‘A Sick Haul of Vile Images’ - The undiscussed truth behind the headlines.

If we don't discuss these topics, how can we ever prevent the harm in the first place?
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Online offences | Blog Next Chapter Scotland
Next Chapter Scotland Blog on the topic of online child sexual abuse images
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January 6, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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"Our prisons are so broken that we can't carry on. Politicians may disagree on how we fix the penal system, but everyone can agree that reform is needed."

Our Chief Executive, Andrea Coomber KC (Hon.), wrote an opinion piece for @bigissue.com: www.bigissue.com/opinion/pris...
We must seize the opportunity to fix our broken prisons
No one would disagree that the prison system is in crisis. The upcoming sentencing review presents us with a chance for real change.
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January 6, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Too many ex-prisoners are being recalled to jail because of "excessive" licensing conditions, the probation watchdog tells @thetimes Crime & Justice Commission: www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/art...

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‘Too many ex-prisoners are being recalled to prison’
Recalls have risen by 12,000 in 30 years, largely due to non-compliance with licence conditions rather than reoffending, says the chief inspector of probation
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January 13, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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📢 The Power of Words: Challenging Media Narratives 📢

The media plays a huge role in shaping public perception of those affected by the criminal justice system.

🖱️ Visit our website for more tips on navigating the media: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/the-me...
January 8, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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📋 Take Our Survey forms.gle/oCrkRFJ5QBtm...
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Do you live in #Scotland?
Do you or a family member have a #criminal conviction? We’re conducting a major survey to gather insights into:
✔️ The challenges people face
✔️ The real impacts on your life
✔️ What changes could make things better
#criminalrecord
Amplifying Voices survey
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey for our Amplifying Voices project. The aim of our Amplifying Voices project is to make sure that the views of people with a criminal record, or w...
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January 8, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Are you or a loved one currently involved with or have past experience with the criminal justice system? Our private Facebook group is here to offer support, share resources, and create a safe space for connection. 💙

📲 Find out more and join here: www.facebook.com/groups/nextc...
January 10, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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💬 If you have questions or need guidance, don’t hesitate to reach out. You’re not alone—Next Chapter Scotland is here to walk with you every step of the way.

📧 Contact us at [email protected]
📞 Call us at 0330 355 7145

#NextChapterScotland #SupportWithoutJudgment #WeAreHereForYou
January 13, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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As we prepare to welcome 2025, we’re reflecting on a year of growth, resilience, and connection.
With the new year comes new opportunities to amplify voices, challenge discrimination, and provide unwavering support. We’re energized and ready to continue standing alongside you, every step of the way.
December 31, 2024 at 10:36 AM
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January 1, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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🔍 Day 17 of Our Advent Calendar

Did you know you can request search engines to remove outdated or inaccurate links about you? This is often referred to as the “Right to be Forgotten.”

#AdventSupport #RightToBeForgotten #NextChapterScotland #YourNextChapter
December 17, 2024 at 1:24 PM
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Wee Winter Watercolour Challenge Day 17. #Watercolour #art #painting #Winter #advent #LetItSnow
December 18, 2024 at 7:17 AM
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🎄 Day 14 of our Criminal Justice Advent Calendar 🎄

At Next Chapter Scotland, we advocate for inclusivity and understanding at every level. Let’s work together toward a more equitable system. 💙

#CriminalJusticeAdvent #DisabilityAwareness #InclusivityMatters #NextChapterScotland
December 14, 2024 at 2:39 PM
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Wee Winter Watercolour Challenge. Day 14. Another one I did for my Maw. #Watercolour #winter #art #advent #PaulClark
December 15, 2024 at 11:43 AM
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Wee Winter Watercolour Challenge Day 15. #Watercolour #winter #art #painting #advent
December 16, 2024 at 8:19 AM
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As the 6 arrested members of the Kurdish community in London are today charged under terrorism legislation for their support of the PKK, our short blog exposes their long-running persecution by the British Security State. Read on to find out why. #Kurds
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Raids, Arrests, and the Politics of Counterterrorism - Erasmus Research
Last week, counterterrorism police launched a series of 2 a.m. raids on the homes of Kurdish families. Seven individuals were arrested and detained under terrorism charges. There was a simultaneous ra...
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December 10, 2024 at 5:11 PM
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Research shows Britain is leading the world in the criminalisation and repression of climate activism www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Britain leads the world in cracking down on climate activism, study finds
Research shows UK police arrest environmental and climate protesters at three times the average global rate
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December 11, 2024 at 7:34 AM
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Wee Winter Watercolour Challenge. Day 13. Remembering Wesson and Seago. #Watercolour #art #painting #Wesson #Seago
December 14, 2024 at 10:04 AM