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Findings from 2016 Chief Prison Inspector report
The 1st annual report from new Chief Prison Inspector Peter Clarke makes for dispiriting reading with concerns about violence, self harm and illegal drug use.

The latest drug misuse trends (summer 2016)
Latest HSCIC drug stats report reductions in use of illegal drugs but a worrying rise in drug related deaths.

Police effectiveness in a changing world
Action research by the Police Foundation found that reductions in funding and consequent re-structuring have resulted in a less effective, reactive approach.

Prisoner involvement key to rehabilitative Future Prisons
Final post on the RSA Future Prison project explores the importance of prisoner involvement and participation in developing prisons focused on rehabilitation.

New hate crime action plan
New Home Secretary Amber Rudd launches hate crime action plan for England and Wales including £2.4 million to protect places of worship.

Now Google can save your life
Now Android phones will send everything the handset knows about your location to emergency services whenever you dial 999.
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