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20 September 2018 — Press release
Michael Spurr leaving role as Chief Executive of HMPPS
Michael Spurr will be leaving his role as Chief Executive of Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at the end of March 2019, after 35 years in the service and nearly 9 years leading it.
15 September 2018 — Press release
Justice Secretary confirms plans to reduce conflict in divorce
Couples wishing to divorce will soon benefit from a less confrontational process, under proposals confirmed by the Justice Secretary David Gauke.
17 September 2018 — Press release
Birmingham prison action plan published as work continues at pace after ‘step-in’
Detailed plans to improve standards at HMP Birmingham have been published.
14 September 2018 — News story
Industrial action September 2018: Rory Stewart statements
Prisons Minister Rory Stewart’s statements responding to POA action.
10 September 2018 — Press release
Justice Secretary unveils Victims Strategy
Support for victims of crime will be overhauled following the launch of the first ever cross-government Victims Strategy.
13 September 2018 — Press release
Jail time to double for assaulting an emergency worker
New law protecting emergency workers from assault to receive Royal Assent today (Thursday 13 September 2018).
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