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A Parole Board decision can be challenged through: The reconsideration mechanism, an application to set aside a decision and Judicial review
A guide for legal practitioners about how the Parole Board handles litigation and the way it deals with judicial reviews.
The Parole Board reconsideration mechanism was launched on 22 July 2019. This allows parties to the case to apply for reconsideration of a parole decision.
The Parole Board has published guidance for its members on factors to take into consideration when reviewing cases where mental capacity is a consideration.
The key principles the Parole Board must follow when considering an allegation that has been made against a prisoner and the allegation is disputed.
Setting aside a Parole Board decision
Revised Guidance on Prisoners who are Transgender
The Parole Board has revised its policy and guidance on digitally recording parole proceedings.
An outline of the parole process
This booklet answers common questions victims have about parole and how the Parole Board works.
Latest guidance on reconsideration sets out the process from start to finish.
Revised Guidance on Judicial Reviews and Private Law Claims
Revised Guidance on Representation
The power to refer high-risk prisoners to the Board, in place of automatic release, is set out in the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022
This is the guide for Parole Board oral hearings.
This guide for staff, offenders and their representatives covers what happens in the parole process, and the duties of the practitioners involved.
Guidance for Parole Board members on the changes brought about by the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders (LASPO) Act 2012.
This is the revised guidance on Duty Member Activities.
This booklet is for prisoners who decide not to have help from a lawyer when getting ready for their parole review and how best to prepare for an oral hearing.
This guidance is to assist Parole Board Panels with their understanding of, and responsibility for, setting licence conditions.
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