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PSO 3601 sets out the requirements and procedures for the conduct of mandatory drug testing (MDT) in prisons.
Latest information about procedures rules for magistrates' courts and the Crown Court not replaced by the Criminal or Family Procedure Rules.
Centenary House, is a probation contact centre, within the East of England region.
Jupiter House, is a probation contact centre, within the North West region.
Procedures rules and forms not replaced by the Criminal Procedure Rules or the Family Procedure Rules and statutory instruments.
A policy framework for Probation Service court staff which summarises, consolidates and, where required, clarifies existing policy instructions and practice guidance relating to Probation Service court related functions.
A comprehensive collection of tools and guidance aimed at fostering a responsible ecosystem for data-driven technologies.
Byron House, is a probation contact centre located in the Central Police Station, within the East Midlands region.
Mansfield Probation Office, is a probation contact centre, within the East Midlands region.
This document identifies the role of pre-release teams and the Commissioned Rehabilitative Services as they deliver the in-custody element of resettlement.
This Policy Framework provides processes on how to correctly preserve and manage evidence in HMPPS.
Guidance for prisons on how to manage finances for prisoners, including purchases and money transfers.
Policy framework for prison officers who work with foreign nationals in prison, Home Office referrals, repatriation, immigration, deportation and consular access.
Rules and guidelines for the management of health and safety in prisons and throughout the prison and probation service.
Guidance aimed at policy makers in government departments to help them assess the impact of their proposals on the justice system.
Guidance on Independent Domestic Violence Advisers (IDVAs) issued under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.
Ashton Probation Office, is a probation contact centre, within the Greater Manchester region.
Rules and guidance on the security vetting process for prison service staff and contractors.
A summary of available powers to tackle the formation of illegal and unauthorised camp sites and help the reclamation of land and property.
This Policy Framework outlines the roles and responsibilities of HMPPS ViSOR users in England and Wales and supports their usage of ViSOR in the management of Public Protection cases.
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