Guidance

Guidance on Representation

Revised Guidance on Representation

• From: Parole Board
• Published: 17 May 2021

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Guidance on Representation

PDF, 249 KB, 18 pages

Infographic - Upcoming Parole Hearing

PDF, 110 KB, 1 page

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Details

The guidance sets out information and advice concerning representation in the parole process, focussing mainly on prisoners undergoing a parole review who do not have legal representation.

The guidance addresses both procedural and practical issues. This replaces all previous Parole Board guidance on Representation.

Please also find here a related link to our guidance on getting ready for a parole review without a lawyer.

Following a Parole Board Research Governance Group approved research study undertaken by Sheffield Hallam University and User Voice looking at the move to remote parole hearings, a one-page infographic for prisoners was produced. The researchers found that preparing for a parole hearing can feel uncertain, especially if the prisoner has never been through one before, or if the format has changed. The evidence showed that it can make a real difference to know what to expect, how to take part effectively, and where to turn if something doesn’t feel right. The infographic is available here.

An information sheet for prisoners has been produced to assist them with understanding what happens if a victim applies to observe their oral hearing. This can be found on the observer guidance page. Observer guidance - private hearings (January 2025 v2.1) - GOV.UK

Published 17 May 2021