Chief Inspector’s blog

HM Inspectorate of Probation has announced the publication of a new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

Today, as the Government implements the SDS40 scheme, I am again highlighting the significant impact this move will have on the Probation Service, and its critical role in mitigating and managing risk.

Our consultation on the Inspectorate’s plans to launch a programme of approved premises inspections ran from 24 May to 21 July 2024.

I agree with the emerging consensus that there is a need to act on the ongoing, troubling legacy of the IPP (imprisonment for public protection) sentence and welcome the proposed amendments to the Victims and Prisoners Bill which seek to remedy some of the concerns about its impact.

After five months as interim Chief Inspector of Probation, tomorrow I will step down and hand over the reins to the new Chief, Martin Jones.