Research and analysis

Impact evaluation of the prison-based Core Sex Offender Treatment Programme

The programme is intended to reduce sexual reoffending among participants by identifying and addressing known criminogenic needs.

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Impact evaluation of the prison-based Core Sex Offender Treatment Programme

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Impact evaluation of the prison-based Core Sex Offender Treatment Programme (Print version)

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The aim of the research was to extend the evidence base on the effectiveness of treatment for sexual offenders. This study measures the impact of the prison-based Core Sex Offender Treatment Programme (SOTP) on the reoffending outcomes of sex offenders in England and Wales, while controlling for the different observable characteristics, needs, and risk factors of offenders.

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Published 30 June 2017

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