Clinks and our members

Clinks supports, promotes and represents the voluntary sector working with people in the criminal justice system and their families. Find out more...

Clinks blogs: the latest views, debate and discussion

Clinks conference 2022 key takeaways

It has been a tough year. Recovery from the pandemic and major changes to the criminal justice operating environment, including probation unification and proposed prison reforms, presented significant challenges. This blog will share 'key takeaways' from each speaker and panel featured.

An update on commissioning following October’s engagement forum between Clinks, HMPPS and MoJ

Last month Clinks met with representatives from His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) for the quarterly commissioning engagement forum; a space which was created to provide regular discussion and feedback on commissioning rounds that will involve the voluntary sector working in criminal justice. See our earlier blog for more details on the purpose of these forums and how you can feed into them in the future.

Building relationships with new leadership at the Ministry of Justice

Following an unstable period in leadership in Westminster, there have been further changes to the ministerial line-up at the Ministry of Justice. This blog post provides information about the new ministerial team, explains what steps Clinks has taken to reach out to the new Prisons Minister, and suggests how voluntary organisations can build relationships with decision makers.

Communications coaching from Clinks - free!

Organisations working in the criminal justice system can apply to receive free specialist coaching to improve their communications. This flexible and tailored coaching and peer support will be provided by communications specialist Gemma Buckland.

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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.

Clinks Annual Report 2021 - 2022 cover image

Annual report & financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2022

The trustees present their annual report and the audited financial statements.

The Dynamic Purchasing System - A guide

Successfully access commissioning opportunities directly from local prisons

State of the sector 2021

How voluntary organisations emerged from a year of criminal justice reform and the Covid-19 pandemic

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Events and training: get involved, improve your skills

29 November, 14:00 to 29 November, 15:30

Online

All Wales Criminal Justice Forum

1 December, 10:00 to 1 December, 11:00

Online

Maternal imprisonment: what the evidence tells us

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Latest on Twitter

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 2 months

Watch Professor @NealHazel discuss what the evidence tells us about effective resettlement support for children after custody; facilitated by Clink's @ChrisStacey
Watch the video and read Neal's evidence review here: Resettlement of children after custody | Clinks

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 2 months

@MoJGovUK have launched grant funding competitions for women's services. This comes after the MoJ announced up to £24 million will be invested to support women in contact with the CJS.
Read our latest blog to find out more and how to apply: Ministry of Justice grant funding for women's services - what you need to know | Clinks

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 2 months

Booking is now open for our annual conference & AGM 2022

Keynote speakers, panel discussions and workshops
Discuss, share and form connections
Early bird tickets available

Find out more and book here: Clinks annual conference and AGM 2022

#strengthandunity #annualconference2022

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.

Working in prisons

Clinks thinks the Ministry of Justice should develop a clear strategy for reducing the number of people in prison.

Our local work

Local statutory agencies and commissioners should recognise the value of local voluntary organisations working in the criminal justice system.

Influencing criminal justice policy

Our work to inform public policy is underpinned by a set of core principles that reflect key issues raised by our members.

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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 600 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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