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The Ministry of Justice uses Record Retention and Disposition Schedules (RRDS) to manage its compliance with the Public Records Acts.
A list of approved premises located in the East Midlands region of the Probation Service, with phone numbers of each building.
South Liverpool Probation Centre, is a probation contact centre, within the North West region.
Rules and guidance for prison staff on how to help prisoners stay in touch with family members, friends, legal professionals and support services.
This Policy Framework provides the rules and guidance on use of Body Worn Video Cameras (BWVC) by HMPPS.
Guidance for probation staff on how to effectively handle complaints about probation services made by members of the public.
Guidance on Independent Domestic Violence Advisers (IDVAs) issued under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.
Revised in accordance with section 25(4) of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996.
Rules and guidance on the handling of personal belongings that prisoners are allowed so that they are managed safely and effectively.
Policy and guidance for prison staff of how to identify and manage the risk of conveyance of illicit items and unauthorised items into and out of prisons.
This framework provides HMPPS staff and strategic leads with a summary of requirements as part of their child safeguarding responsibilities.
Bristol Probation Office, is a probation contact centre, within the South West region.
Rules and guidance for prisons and staff on conducting external escorts and bedwatches.
Guidance on Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs) issued under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.
Apply to cover the costs of visiting a partner or close family member in prison with the Help with Prison Visits scheme.
A list of approved premises located in the Wales region of the Probation Service, with phone numbers of each building.
How to claim compensation yourself or if using a claims management company, check they're authorised, your rights and their obligations.
A list of approved premises located in the Kent, Surrey & Sussex region of the Probation Service, with phone numbers of each building.
Data First is a pioneering data-linking, research and academic engagement programme led by the Ministry of Justice and funded by ADR UK.
Policy and guidance for prison and probation professionals in England and Wales.
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