How is Pact supporting people leaving prison under the early release scheme?
18/10/2024
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Every year, we support thousands of people across England and Wales affected by the criminal justice system to make a fresh start.
Early release scheme is welcome but support for prison leavers is crucial
On 22 October, the next group of prisoners will be released under the government's early release scheme. While this action will go some way to alleviate prison overcrowding, immediate support is needed to ensure prison leavers do not end up back behind bars.
Pact CEO Andy Keen-Downs welcomes the scheme and explains why more investment in family services is the answer to ensure people leaving prison rcan make a fresh start.
Our work supports people to make a fresh start
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Supporting prisoners and their families.Prisoners' Families Helpline and website
The Prisoners’ Families Helpline can support you if you have a family member who is in contact with the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
Our team is made up of highly trained, skilled staff and volunteers with professional and personal experience of the criminal justice system.
The Helpline website is a valuable source of up-to-date information. You can access videos about prison life and our Safer Custody portal if you have concerns about your loved one's welfare.
Our work keeps families together, creates safer prisons and reduces reoffending.
