State of the Sector 2024 focus groups

Take part in our 2024 research.

Clinks is the national infrastructure charity dedicated to supporting voluntary organisations working with people in the criminal justice system and their families. We support, promote, and advocate for our members and the wider voluntary sector across England and Wales.

Clinks news: the latest views, debate and discussion

The Future of Probation for Women

This blog explores some of the key insights, challenges, and recommendations discussed by specialist women’s organisations at Clinks' Women's Network Forum.

Sentencing Review - call for evidence

This blog provides details on the announced Sentencing Review call for evidence process and a link to submit to it.

How safe is the Welsh Criminal Justice System?

New data highlights significant work needs to be done around safety in custody in the Welsh prison estate whilst issues with homelessness, disproportionality and prison numbers in Wales persist.

Clinks’ new Chair - Mandy Mahil in the hot seat

Hear from Mandy as she discusses her new role, experiences, and the future ahead.

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Publications: delve into the detail

Research and analysis on issues facing the sector. Guides and briefings to support our members. Responses to government consultations. Case studies of good practice.

RR3 Special Interest Group on Commissioning 2023-2024: Recommendations Paper

We are pleased to publish a recommendations paper from the RR3 Special Interest Group on Commissioning.

This paper is being published following an interim update published in January 2024, as part of the work of the Reducing Reoffending Third Sector Advisory Group.

RR3 Special Interest Group on Accommodation 2023-24: Report 3

Breaking down the barriers – accessing housing-related support

Inspiring Futures research report

An Evaluation of the Meaning and Impact of Arts Programmes in Criminal Justice Settings

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Events and training: get involved, improve your skills

21 November, 9:30 to 21 November, 16:00

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Wales Social Justice Conference (WSJC)

26 November, 9:30 to 26 November, 12:30

Online

Rebuilding Lives: Expertise in Ex-Offender Support

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Our work: our latest projects and activities

What Clinks is doing to support, promote and represent the voluntary sector working in the criminal justice system.

Wales

Clinks understands the importance of representing our members in Wales and the complexities of navigating devolved and non-devolved legislation and policy, as well as the opportunities devolution provides for our sector. Find out more about getting involved in our Welsh work, including attending our All Wales Criminal Justice Forums.

Policy

Clinks' work has a significant focus on government policy, at both a national and local level

London

Clinks provides a range of support to voluntary organisations working within London's criminal justice system. Through our Area Development team and London Development Officer, Clinks engages with local needs, builds strategic partnerships, and amplifies the voices of voluntary organisations working to support people in contact with the criminal justice system. Why not get involved with our London Criminal Justice Forums?

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Join Clinks: be heard, informed, and supported

Are you a voluntary organisation supporting people in the criminal justice system? Join our network of over 500 members. Clinks membership offers you:

A voice to influence change
Practical assistance to be effective and resilient
Support from a community of like-minded professionals.

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