What does it really mean to serve 10+ years in prison?
We’ve launched a new short film and our final Building Futures evaluation report, highlighting the reality of long-term imprisonment and the urgent need for reform.
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@prtuk.bsky.social@prtuk.bsky.social"There is so much demand for prison places that unless the government acted now, even with a very ambitious building plan, it will run out of space."
Prison Reform Trust CEO Pia Sinha speaks with @cnn.com about the changes to prison release points, starting today.
@prtuk.bsky.socialThe first releases under the new progression model take place today.
PRT chief executive Pia Sinha explains why the changes were necessary, the challenges they present, and why there are no easy alternatives to address the prison capacity crisis.
@prtuk.bsky.social*OPPORTUNITY* We're seeking an experienced adviser to join our dedicated team, providing information, advice and advocacy to people in prison and their families. Help resolve problems, support volunteers and contribute to wider criminal justice reform.
@prtuk.bsky.socialThe Prison Reform Trust is seeking an exceptional Chair of Trustees to help lead our next chapter.
If you’re an experienced leader who shares our vision for change, we’d love to hear from you.
@prtuk.bsky.socialMinisters propose converting female prison estate into cells for men www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
@prtuk.bsky.socialWe've updated our guide to the Sentencing Act 2026.
The guide explains the delay to the first earned progression releases, new offence-based exclusions, and what the act means for people in prison and on licence.
Read more at prisonreformtrust.org.uk/updated-guid...