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

Does ‘telemedicine’ have a role in delivering voluntary sector services in prisons?

Chantal Edge explains why video consultations (telemedicine) are relevant to the voluntary sector, and outlines the national rollout of telemedicine across secure settings as part of the pandemic response.

The sentencing white paper: exacerbating the issues created by sentence inflation?

In this blog we look at the impact of sentence inflation and consider the implications of the government white paper’s new proposals that will mean more people are in prison for even longer.

Probation reform – the view from the voluntary sector

Clinks' Director of Influence and Communications Jess Mullen gives an update on probation reforms and how they are affecting the voluntary sector working in the criminal justice system.

55 organisations funded with Covid-19 response grants

The Covid-19 response grants fund has now drawn to a close, and we are thrilled to have awarded 58 grants to 55 organisations on behalf of the Ministry of Justice/Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (MoJ/HMPPS).

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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.

Annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2020

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

Community empowerment approaches

The key to overcoming institutionalised racism in work with black, Asian and minority ethnic people in contact with the criminal justice system

Managing volunteers

A guide for organisations working in the criminal justice system

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Events and training: get involved, improve your skills

3 November, 10:00 to 3 November, 11:30

Online

Health and justice network meeting

5 November, 10:30 to 5 November, 12:00

Online

Criminal justice network meeting - London

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Latest on Twitter

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 1 month

Here's the link to the White Paper launched today 'A Smarter Approach to Sentencing'. Clinks will be responding on behalf of voluntary organisations working in the criminal justice system. #Sentencing

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/a-smarter-approach-to-senten…

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 1 month

"We are at a unique moment of opportunity." @Spark_Inside CEO @vickihcardwell explains why the appointment of a new Chief Inspector of Prisons is a unique opportunity for a bold fresh approach. https://thejusticegap.com/the-pandemic-has-seen-prisons-emerging-changed-and-ready-for-more-change/…

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 1 month

We’re excited to announce we are now offering free membership for voluntary organisations for the year April 2020 – March 2021. Both new and existing members can enjoy free membership during this time. If you’re not already a Clinks member, join today! https://clinks.org/join-clinks

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.

Our local work

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

Women in the criminal justice system

A cross departmental strategy for women and girls, led by the Ministry of Justice, should ensure that women are diverted away from the criminal justice system at the earliest opportunity.

Probation services

Voluntary organisations must be properly engaged and treated as an equal partner in the design and delivery of probation services.

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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.

Right now membership is free for voluntary organisations.

Join Clinks today

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