The latest views and discussion from Clinks staff and guest writers. We also use blogs to give short updates on our latest projects, as well as briefings on topics of interest to members.

What's the latest on the review of probation?

A summary of key points from a recent MoJ market engagement webinar on the future of probation.

How protected are people with protected characteristics in prison?

In light of two new government reports, this blog focuses on the latest experiences of young people, women and people from black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities in the criminal justice system.

Ensuring voluntary organisations identify and meet the needs of people with protected characteristics

This blog reflects on the findings from the thematic focus of 2018's State of the sector research.

Clinks at 20 | Acknowledging what we have achieved and moving purposefully forward

Today sees the culmination of our #Clinksat20 celebrations. We've launched a new website, our annual review, our strategy for 2019-2022, and we have a new Chair.

Clinks at 20 | Looking back... but not in anger!

Diane Curry OBE of Partners of Prisoners and Families Support Group looks back on 20 years of Clinks as "the glue that binds us”.

One year after Lammy, where is race equality in the CJS now?

After the Ministry of Justice’s update on the action they have taken, where are we? Did we seize the opportunity?

20 Years of… Making voluntary organisations’ voice heard in criminal justice

Phil Bowen, Director of the Centre for Justice Innovation, considers Clinks’ role in highlighting issues to the decision-making powers in the criminal justice system.

20 Years of…Championing volunteer organisations working in criminal justice

Marie Claire O’Brien, Managing Director, New Leaf Initiative CIC discusses her experiences of working with Clinks since setting up her organisation four years ago.

Clinks at 20 | Our CEO's thoughts

Our 20th birthday marks an opportunity to look back and acknowledge what has been achieved before moving purposefully forward with the launch of our strategy for 2019 – 2022.

Lord Farmer’s work on supporting family ties in criminal justice

Key points from the Ministry of Justice’s work to implement the first review and how you can support the follow-on review into women’s family ties.

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What's the latest on the review of probation?

A summary of key points from a recent MoJ market engagement webinar on the future of probation.

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