Child cruelty register could be introduced in same way sex offenders register works

The possible move comes amid a campaign from a mother with terminal cancer, Paula Hudgell, whose adopted son was badly abused by his birth parents. Justice Secretary David Lammy said his ministerial colleague Alex Davies-Jones had met with Ms Hudgell on Tuesday and Labour was eager to back her proposal.… The Government has indicated it could introduce a child cruelty register, which would operate in the same way as the sex offenders register, and mean that anyone convicted of the crime would have to sign it....

'If they couldn't get on the pitch they'd drive stolen cars and motorbikes across it - we had to turn it around'

Moseley Rugby Club is located just over four miles away from Birmingham City Football Club’s St Andrew’s ground, a place that is quickly becoming established the world over thanks to the financial backing of iconic American Football star Tom Brady. And it’s a space where one former City hero is… Here, former professional footballer Dele Adebola tells Police Oracle how he and his community project is pushing to stop anti-social behaviour by using the sport to turn the younger generation's attention to new pathways and not crime....

AI chatbots among 'quick fixes' that could be used at HMP Wandsworth amid mistaken releases

Justice minister Lord Timpson said the south-west London prison had been given the “green light” to use artificial intelligence after a specialised team was sent in to find “some quick fixes”. A double manhunt was launched following the incorrect releases of an Algerian sex offender and a fraudster from the… AI chatbots could be used to help with "quick fixes" at HMP Wandsworth after two inmates were recently released from the prison by mistake....

Delivery format of Behaviour Change Interventions

I’ve delivered behaviour change programmes for several years, and have experience delivering 1:1 and as a group, as well as online and in-person. There are benefits and downsides to these different formats which are important to consider when managing programme delivery. Advantages of group delivery: Group delivery enables a more… By Ciara Placentino ...

Strengthening Practice, Building Confidence: Reflective Practice Launches Practitioner Webinar Series

At Reflective Practice, we know that the heart of effective criminal justice work lies in learning, reflection, and connection. Every day, practitioners across probation, prisons, youth justice, and rehabilitation make decisions that change lives — and they deserve support to keep learning, growing, and staying well. That’s why we’re excited… By Dipti Mouj...

The Chrysalis Conference 2025

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 Chrysalis Centre Conference brought to you by Reflective Practice held yesterday at Rothamsted Enterprises. Well done to all of our amazing speakers who spent their time sharing the latest research, insights and best practice into domestic abuse perpetrator interventions, whether in intimate… By Steff Edwards...

Probation Service is 'weak' and short of 3,150 staff

The National Audit Office (NAO) has today published a new report “Building an effective and resilient Probation Service” which says that the Government must actively manage its plan to boost weak Probation Service performance. The scale of the challenge is evident from two key facts in the report: In 2024-25,… Russell Webster reviews an assessment by the National Audit Office on the performance of the Probation Service. ...

The Digital Challenges Facing Young People

In today’s interconnected world, people are increasingly immersed in online environments and whilst the internet offers opportunities for learning and social connection, it also presents significant challenges. A recent report by Internet Matters revealed that over half of children accessing news via platforms like TikTok and Instagram often encounter distressing… By Chris English...

Why Women in Different Cultures Find It Difficult to Leave Abusive Marriages

Leaving an abusive marriage is never easy, but within different cultures there are factors which make it even more difficult, these can include cultural expectations, traditional beliefs and rigid gender roles. These factors come together to create powerful social, emotional and legal barriers which keep women trapped in abusive marriages. … By Hardeep Roud...

Working with a client throughout their experience of the cycle of change

The Cycle of Change theory by Prochaska & DiClemente outlines the different stages a person goes through when making a behavioural change. It is not a formula, but by recognising what stage our client is at, we can work to build their motivation to continue to move round the cycle… By Ciara Placentino ...