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22/05/2026
Our justice system works best when it reflects the communities it serves.
Yesterday, the Government and judiciary launched a new Board to break down barriers stopping talented people from diverse backgrounds from becoming judges.
Everyone deserves the chance to reach the top, whatever their background.
Learn more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/action-to-drive-judge-diversity-and-increase-transparency
22/05/2026
The new campaign aims to drive up reporting of harassment on trains and support victims by raising awareness of behaviours like staring, intrusive questions and unwelcome comments.
Developed with Network Rail, Rail Delivery Group and British Transport Police, the campaign will be rolled out across stations, carriages and online, signposting to passengers how to report abuse and get help.
And a new Safer Railway Scheme will mean train operators must show what they are doing to tackle VAWG so women and girls can travel with confidence.
Created with BTP and the rail industry, operators will be assessed across 8 safeguarding and security criteria like how they support victims, protect vulnerable passengers and prevent crime and harassment.
Ever wondered what happens to a phone seized in a prison? 🔍
When an illegal phone is seized in a prison, it doesn't disappear into an evidence bag. It comes here.
At the Digital Forensics Laboratory, our specialists break through passwords and encryption to uncover networks that criminals thought were hidden.
Two seized devices recently led investigators to a single drone pilot supplying contraband to numerous prisons across the UK. He was prosecuted and sentenced to six years and 11 months behind bars.
This is what keeping our communities safe looks like.
19/05/2026
If you are separated, making arrangements for your child can feel difficult - especially if you are not sure where to start.
New free tools on GOV.UK can help parents agree practical things like the time the children will spend with each parent and when they will see them.
The tools give clear, trusted information and can help families avoid the stress of going to court.
Start with the Child Arrangement Planner on GOV.UK
The Deputy Prime Minister joined Faron Paul and the Fazamnesty team to see firsthand the impact of community outreach and early intervention work supporting young people affected by violence. 🤝
Trusted mentors, local organisations and early support can make a real difference to young people and communities.
📣 That’s why as part of our reforms to youth justice, we’re investing in a three-year £15.4m annual investment in the Turnaround programme - helping provide support before problems escalate.
⬇️ Find out more about our plans to reform the youth justice system and build safer communities. https://bit.ly/43kEQTb
18/05/2026
80% of prolific adult offenders first committed a crime as a child. We need to intervene earlier to stop young people from falling into criminality.
And that’s exactly what we’re doing.
Today we’ve announced the biggest overhaul to the Youth Justice System through:
➡️ tougher community sentences and reducing ineffective short custodial sentences
➡️ additional funding in early intervention programmes to help 12,000 children at risk of offending
➡️ specialist services and support to tackle the drivers of offending and keep young people on track
Creating a modern, effective youth justice system that’s fit for the future, turns children away from crime and creates safer communities.
🔗 https://bit.ly/43kEQTb
Prisoners at HMP Wormwood Scrubs took part in Chefs Unlocked, a cooking competition launched by Fred Sirieix and The Right Course that's giving prisoners real skills and real job opportunities in hospitality.
Here's why this matters.
When prison leavers get jobs, reoffending drops by up to nine percentage points. That means fewer victims, safer communities, and people turning their lives around.
The hospitality industry needs workers, and prisoners are getting the skills to fill those roles.
Chefs Unlocked is part of wider government efforts to get prisoners into work, including:
➡️ Employment Councils bringing together probation, prisons, employers and job centres
➡️ Employment Advisory Boards connecting business leaders with prisons to match training to real jobs
We’re making our communities safer through employment.
Watch the full documentary 👉 https://youtu.be/c8uG8AWPogw
🌸 A garden rooted in growth, reflection, and skills-building.🌸
We marked one year of The Glasshouse Project’s award-winning garden at HMP Downview with Malin Andersson - survivor, motivational speaker, and women’s advocate.
During the visit, we spent time with the women who helped bring the space to life, alongside the staff and partners supporting rehabilitation through nature, creativity, and meaningful engagement within the justice system.
01/05/2026
We're cracking down on vile po*******hy depicting illegal acts of in**st, strangulation and adults roleplaying as children.
The new laws introduced this week will also hold tech execs accountable if their platforms don't remove non-consensual intimate images and they could even face jail.
Find out more: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-laws-to-crackdown-on-harmful-po*******hy
01/05/2026
The Victims and Courts Bill receives Royal Assent today.
If offenders refuse to attend or deliberately disrupt sentencing, courts now have stronger powers to respond - reinforcing the importance of accountability and respect for victims.
👉 Swipe to learn more.
Too often, victims feel left in the dark about their own cases.
To help improve access to court transcripts, which are often costly, HM Courts & Tribunals Service has announced new research into how AI could support court transcription. The research will explore where AI could help reduce costs and increase transparency, while maintaining important safeguards.
Free access to transcripts of judges’ sentencing remarks is currently available to specific groups of victims, with plans to extend this to all Crown Court victims from Spring 2027.
Watch Charlotte, a survivor and campaigner for Open Justice For All, explain why access to transcripts matters for victims.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4sB82je
For more information on victim support: https://bit.ly/4chmEzi