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Research and data analysis

Our Research and Data Analysis team provides a research and analytical function, promoting the Inspectorate’s commitment to reviewing, developing, and promoting the evidence base for high-quality probation and youth justice services.  

The team delivers valuable contributions to the policy and operational evidence base, and ensures our inspection frameworks, activities, and outputs are underpinned by evidence, helping to maximise their impact.

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Research products

External research collaborations – knowledge, experience and skills from across the research community.

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High-quality services and delivery

Key ingredients for the delivery of high-quality probation and youth justice services.

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Evidence base: Probation Services

We are committed to reviewing, developing and promoting the evidence base for high-quality probation services.

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Evidence base: Youth Justice Services

We are committed to reviewing, developing and promoting the evidence base for high-quality youth justice services.

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Evidence base: Relationship-centred services

Highlighting the centrality of relationships within current models and frameworks and how these influence probation and youth justice services.