On Probation
Reframing masculinity for young men and boys
Dr. Sophie King-Hill, highlights the importance of understanding current constructions of masculinity for justice practitioners.
9th April 2026
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Dr. Sophie King-Hill, highlights the importance of understanding current constructions of masculinity for justice practitioners.
Bridging custody and community: The role of Approved Premises in successful reintegration
Dr Hope Kent and Professor Stan Gilmour highlight the prevalence of Acquired Brain Injury and links to domestic abuse in justice-involved women.
Probation Chief Inspector flags concerns in first public protection inspection.
HMI Probation’s fourth annual report on serious further offences reveals poor communication with victims’ families.
HMI Probation Academic Insight on working with veterans on probation
David Honeywell highlights the need to fully embrace the views and perspectives of those with lived experience of the CJS for HM Inspectorate of Probation.
Joint inspection finds current youth diversion work is fragmented and inconsistent.
The COMPASS model integrates principles from compassion-focused therapy, positive psychology and desistance theory to provide a holistic framework for understanding and supporting people on probation.
Sean Creaney and Jayne Price highlight the purpose, value and functioning of knowledge partnerships in youth justice for HMI Probation.
Alexandra Wigzell and Claire Paterson-Young provide insights into progressive desistance practice in youth justice.
Helen Amor, Effective Practice Lead at HM Inspectorate of Probation, guest blogs on professional curiosity in probation.
