This week's reflections from research video (HM Inspectorate of Probation) was the 10th since launching the series in June 2023. A huge thank you to all those who have contributed! A playlist of all the videos can be accessed here: lnkd.in/eqBi3_re More videos to come!

Please do take a look at this A-Z of key messages. For K, we have 'knowledge mobilisation’, covering the meaningful use of evidence and expertise to align research, policy and practice, bridging any divides through positive engagement, end-user participation and a focus on impact

An A-Z of key research messages HM Inspectorate of Probation new A-Z of key research messages to build a common understanding of key concepts in probation and youth justice russellwebster.com/an-a-z-of-key-…

Crest Insights is inviting experts in youth justice to contribute evidence to a best practice toolkit of trauma-informed approaches as part of our research on trauma-informed practice in youth justice services. Contribute here: crestadvisory.com/post/trauma-in…

Many thanks to Emma Ball & Prof Michelle McManus for our third Academic Insights paper for 2024. The ‘12Cs’ Collective Safeguarding Responsibility Model measures and evidences the effectiveness of multi-agency collaboration, with clear accountabilities and a commitment to improvement

Join us to hear about our plans for inspecting Probation Service approved premises, and contribute to the programme as it develops. Find out more and register your place: ow.ly/SqkQ50RJzC4

A big thank you to Dr Eleanor Staples and Jo Staines for this bulletin examining the supervision of care-experienced children within the youth justice system. It is clearly highlighted how many agencies have crucial roles to play in supporting positive development and outcomes

🚨We're recruiting a Senior Researcher on prisons and probation! 🚨 The role is to provide impartial research and analysis for MPs and their staff on these themes & also publish material for the public. Exciting time to join the Commons Library at the start of a new Parliament!

Many thanks to Professor Pamela Ugwudike for our latest video with advice for the delivery of high-quality probation services, covering data-driven tools and the importance of (i) using them solely as decision-making guides, (ii) transparent processes, and (iii) regular training.

Dive into how knowledge/evidence is translated into practice in youth justice and criminal justice systems. Our new edited book, ‘Knowledge and Skills Partnerships in Youth Justice’, is now available for pre-order! Routledge Books It was fab working with my co-editor

Many thanks to Nina Maxwell for this Academic Insights paper which examines service responses to child criminal exploitation. The barriers and facilitators to an effective approach are set out, highlighting the value of a strengths-based, child-centred, child rights approach.

Many thanks Dr Sean Creaney and Jayne Louise Price! So helpful to be able to set out the many ways in which we collaborate with academia. Crucially, alignment between evidence and delivery is most likely to lead to improved outcomes for children, their families, and the wider community.

Join us on Friday 13 September to hear from Chief Inspector of Probation, Martin Jones, and colleagues from across the Inspectorate discuss some of the key findings and recommendations from our Youth annual report 2023. Register now: ow.ly/jzj050SYmIW

Our latest bulletin! This one explores explores pre-sentence reports (PSRs) and the extent to which the Probation Service have been able to provide courts with advice which is sufficiently analytical, personalised to the individual, and which supports the court’s decision making

✍️ What are pre-sentence reports? Why do they matter? And what's going wrong? Following a concerning report from HM Inspectorate of Probation about the inadequacy of pre-sentence information provided to courts, our latest blog makes a case for high-quality PSRs to support effective sentencing.

A big thank you to Ioan Durnescu and Faye Taxman for bringing a global perspective to our reflections videos! Based upon a recent edited book, they set out four grand challenges, including the need to focus on relationship building, culture change, and community support.

A big thank you to HMPPSInsights for the opportunity to talk about evidence-informed and evidence-based practice, and some of the approaches for building and implementing the evidence base!

Many thanks to Dr Nicole Renehan & David Gadd for this Academic Insights paper which sets out the key ingredients for effective work addressing domestic abuse, including the importance of establishing a sense of safety and developing/maintaining positive working alliances