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

State of the sector in focus 5: what can we all do to support the sector?

A snap-shot of the key trends and issues our State of the sector research uncovered, our progress to address our previous commitments, and what we'll focus on over the coming year.

5 things you need to know about probation reform

The Ministry of Justice has published the response to its consultation on the future of probation services. We give you the top five things voluntary organisations working in the criminal justice need to know.

MPs latest to criticise Transforming Rehabilitation

We summarise the the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee third progress review on the Transforming Rehabilitation programme. It joins a host of other critical reports and adds to growing consensus that the programme was poorly designed.

Personality disorder: prison vs community

How does support for personality disorder in prison compare to the community? A personal perspective from Derbyshire.

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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' response to the HM Inspectorate of Probation’s consultation on the inspection of probation providers

Our response provides two overarching priorities that we recommend are embedded into the inspection standards for probation providers.

Clinks' response to the HM Inspectorate of Probation’s statutory consultation on inspection framework and programmes

Our response to HM Inspectorate of Probation’s consultation on its inspection framework and programmes focuses on proposed topics for thematic inspections.

Whole prison, whole person

How a holistic approach can support good mental health in prison

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Events and training: get involved, improve your skills

21 May, 10:00 to 21 May, 16:00

London

Introduction to arts in prisons

12 June, 15:00 to 12 June, 17:00

Liverpool

Annual meeting 2019

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Latest on Twitter

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 2 days

.@MoJGovUK have published the detail of today's announcements. Here's our blog in response with 5 things the voluntary sector needs to know about the future #probation model https://www.clinks.org/community/blog-posts/5-things-you-need-know-about-probation-reform …

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 4 days

Welcome new report by @CommonsCMS recommends review into arts and criminal justice and funding for sports and culture initiatives delivered by community organisations. Delighted to see our joint submission with @ArtsCJS referenced in the final report. https://t.co/XLNReZ72KW

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 3 days

.@MoJGovUK has published a web page containing information about procurement at the MoJ. It has information about tendering opportunities, eProcurement, its tender and contractual complaints process, payment of suppliers, and its payment performance. https://t.co/EBE0e2l5Q1

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.

Service user involvement

We should embed the involvement of people with lived experience throughout the criminal justice system to inform policy and practice.

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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.

Membership starts at just £20 per year and is free for organisations with little income.

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