Andy Keen-Downs
@andykeendowns
CEO of Pact (prisonadvice.org.uk). Let’s Build Bridges Not Walls. Doing what I can for the Common Good. All views my own etc..
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http://www.prisonadvice.org.uk 04-12-2012 15:29:32
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I’m with Andy Burnham on this. I’m surprised and disappointed at the decision.
Prisoners' Sunday this year will be celebrated on October 13th. It's a national day of prayer and action for prisoners and their families. We encourage every parish to take part by praying during Mass for those affected by the criminal justice system. prisonadvice.org.uk/prisoners-sund…
Great work happening at HMP Featherstone to involve and support families.
Team HMP/YOI Standford Hill hosted a Family Day for 30+ children & their loved ones in prison. Aiming to recreate a summer fete in the community, the event included a visit from the local fire brigade! Days like these keep families together and reduce offending. #PrisonReform
This, from Amnesty International, is beyond offensive. Women and girls in Afghanistan do not identify as women and girls. If it were that simple, they could identify as male and escape oppression. The same is true of females subjected to FGM, child marriage, rape in marriage and other abuses
With the new early release scheme set to start next week, our CEO Andy Keen-Downs welcomes the decisive action being taken by @MoJGovuk but highlights the need for support for prison leavers. Read more: prisonadvice.org.uk/latest/news/ea… #PrisonReform #EarlyRelease #CriminalJusticeReform