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Probation chief voices concerns ahead of changes to prisoner early release
The Government is releasing thousands of inmates earlier than planned in a bid to tackle prison overcrowding in England and Wales.
Zara Aleena murder: Watchdog exposed string of probation failings
The damning findings by the chief inspector of probation, published last year, set out a catalogue of errors by probation officers.
Changing lives: The inside story of the probation service in Northern Ireland told in short film
It highlights real stories of transformation of people who have committed crime
‘Disappointing’ more not done to understand inequality for prison leavers – MPs
A report also warned of ‘unprecedented pressures on the prison estate’ which it said threaten the quality of resettlement services.
Man (48) 'addicted’ to accessing indecent images of children sentenced to two years on probation
A MAN living in north Belfast told police he was "addicted'' to accessing indecent images of children, a court heard.
Man given probation for punching bus inspector in Belfast
A MAN who punched a bus inspector in Belfast has been sentenced to probation for 18 months.
Former teacher avoids return to prison despite having indecent images of children
A FORMER teacher, who was jailed for sex offences 14 years ago, has avoided a return to prison despite having indecent images of children.
Opinion: Results can be achieved through rehabilitation programmes
ONE can often judge a society or community not by its wealth or status, but by how it treats those who find themselves at the bottom in its hierarchy.
Teenager high on drugs gets probation after attacking 83-year-old man buying milk
A TEENAGER who admitted assaulting an 83-year-old man in an unprovoked attack while "off his head" on drugs, has avoided jail after a judge said sending him to prison would not address his problems.