Early release scheme is welcome but the hard work starts now to prevent prison leavers ending up back behind bars
05/09/2024
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Every year, we support thousands of people across England and Wales affected by the criminal justice system to make a fresh start.
Support Prisoners' Sunday this October
On Prisoners’ Sunday, the Catholic Church encourages everyone to reflect on and pray for prisoners and their families. It is an opportunity to consider how we, as individuals, as a Church, and as communities, serve our brothers and sisters affected by imprisonment.
Find out more about Prisoners' Sunday and how you can support people in prison and their families in your parish.
Our work supports people to make a fresh start
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Supporting prisoners and their families.Prisoners' Families Helpline and website
The Prisoners’ Families Helpline can support you if you have a family member who is in contact with the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
Our team is made up of highly trained, skilled staff and volunteers with professional and personal experience of the criminal justice system.
The Helpline website is a valuable source of up-to-date information. You can access videos about prison life and our Safer Custody portal if you have concerns about your loved one's welfare.
Our work keeps families together, creates safer prisons and reduces reoffending.
