We inspect probation and
youth justice services.
2025-26 Annual Report
In our first combined Annual Report, the Chief Inspector of Probation has called for “urgent, focused action” to protect the public and support victims.
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HM Inspectorate of Probation has published its fourth annual report of Serious Further Offence (SFO) reviews [see notes to editor]. This year’s findings show no improvement from last year and highlight an increasing backlog of overdue reviews.
Published on December 9, 2025
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Featured
HM Inspectorate of Probation has published its fourth annual report of Serious Further Offence (SFO) reviews. This year’s findings show no improvement from last year and highlight an increasing backlog of overdue reviews.
Published on December 9, 2025
Read full articleLatest publications
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HM Inspectorate of Probation is committed to reviewing, developing and promoting the evidence base for high-quality probation and youth justice services.
Our Standards and Ratings
We inspect youth offending and probation services against evidence-based standards, designed to drive improvement, and developed in consultation with service providers. All our standards, guidance and ratings tables are published on our website.