Book Reviews (9.3)

What do ‘They’ Think? Young Offenders’ Views of Youth Offender Panels: A Case Study in one Youth Offending Team

This study explores the subjective views of young offenders who have participated on Youth Offender Panels in one Youth Offending Team based in the North East of England.

Faith Moves Mountains and Sometimes Reduces Recidivism: Community Chaplaincy and Criminal Justice Re-Formation in England and Wales

A renewal of interest is currently underway in the instrumental efficacy of religion to reduce recidivism to which the relatively new phenomenon of community chaplaincy that supports prisoners on release from custody is expected to contribute.

Training for Probation Service Officers: Lessons from Evaluation

This article describes and discusses the implementation and impact of a Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) programme for Probation Service Officers (PSOs).

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The Changing Role of Probation Hostels: Voices from the Inside

This paper explores the role and purpose of Probation Approved hostels from the perspective of residents and hostel staff.

Where Now for Youth Justice?

This article reviews the current state of play in youth justice, taking particular note of the rhetoric and initial reform proposals of the incoming coalition government.