Nick Mann
@nick-mann.bsky.social
Director of Comms at Prison Advice and Care Trust. Interested in anything politics, criminal justice and charity. Camberwell, SE London.
www.prisonadvice.org.uk
www.prisonadvice.org.uk
Mindless and moronic - yes. But does this really warrant a ‘lengthy period in jail’??
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Two men found guilty of ‘mindless, moronic’ felling of Sycamore Gap tree
Daniel Graham, 39, and Adam Carruthers, 32, found to have criminally damaged tree and Hadrian’s Wall
www.theguardian.com
May 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Mindless and moronic - yes. But does this really warrant a ‘lengthy period in jail’??
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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April 30, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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These are the headlines we need:
April 25, 2025 at 8:25 AM
These are the headlines we need:
A personal bugbear ... Something can't be 'very unique'. It's either unique or it's not.
April 25, 2025 at 8:32 AM
A personal bugbear ... Something can't be 'very unique'. It's either unique or it's not.
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I have written about the sentencing guidelines shitshow.
Infuriating to see yet another Labour government seek to appease a rightwing voter base by reinforcing the “tough on crime” doom loop that has gridlocked our justice system for the past 30 years.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Infuriating to see yet another Labour government seek to appease a rightwing voter base by reinforcing the “tough on crime” doom loop that has gridlocked our justice system for the past 30 years.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Labour's populist pantomime over sentencing rules plays into the hands of the right | Janey Starling
Forcing the abandonment of new commonsense, evidence-based guidelines is a new low for a party that once prided itself on justice reform, says Janey Starling of campaign group Level Up
www.theguardian.com
April 1, 2025 at 12:55 PM
I have written about the sentencing guidelines shitshow.
Infuriating to see yet another Labour government seek to appease a rightwing voter base by reinforcing the “tough on crime” doom loop that has gridlocked our justice system for the past 30 years.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Infuriating to see yet another Labour government seek to appease a rightwing voter base by reinforcing the “tough on crime” doom loop that has gridlocked our justice system for the past 30 years.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
And so it begins …. This could be seen coming a mile off.
President Trump did not rule out the possibility of seeking a third term in the White House, which is prohibited by the Constitution under the 22nd Amendment, saying in an exclusive interview with NBC News that there were methods for doing so and clarifying that he was “not joking.”
Trump won’t rule out seeking a third term in the White House, tells NBC News ‘there are methods’ for doing so
President Donald Trump said in a Sunday-morning phone call that he was “not joking” about a third term, adding that “it is far too early to think about it.”
nbcnews.to
March 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
And so it begins …. This could be seen coming a mile off.
Our response to this morning's @hmiprisonsnews.bsky.social report on HMP Styal which exposes problems that are mirrored in women's prisons across the country.
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CEO Andy Keen-Downs responds to HMIP's report on HMP Styal: "The problems revealed are mirrored in women’s prisons across the country. Not enough is being done to ensure that women get the support they need to serve their prison time in safety and to prepare to lead good lives after release."
March 18, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Our response to this morning's @hmiprisonsnews.bsky.social report on HMP Styal which exposes problems that are mirrored in women's prisons across the country.
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There are 87,556 people in prison today, an increase of 140 on last week, and 1487 higher than eight weeks ago.
March 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM
There are 87,556 people in prison today, an increase of 140 on last week, and 1487 higher than eight weeks ago.
A great spot from @thehowardleague.bsky.social
The early release scheme relieved pressure but is no substitute for a long-term policy. The sentencing and capacity reviews underway hold the key to getting the prison population down and keeping it down.
The early release scheme relieved pressure but is no substitute for a long-term policy. The sentencing and capacity reviews underway hold the key to getting the prison population down and keeping it down.
The prison population is rising so quickly that there are now more people behind bars than there were when the government came to power, official figures reveal today.
howardleague.org/news/prison-...
howardleague.org/news/prison-...
The Howard League | Prison population now higher than when the government came to power
The prison population is rising so quickly that there are now more people behind bars than there were when the government came to power, official figures seen by the Howard League for Penal Reform rev...
howardleague.org
March 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM
A great spot from @thehowardleague.bsky.social
The early release scheme relieved pressure but is no substitute for a long-term policy. The sentencing and capacity reviews underway hold the key to getting the prison population down and keeping it down.
The early release scheme relieved pressure but is no substitute for a long-term policy. The sentencing and capacity reviews underway hold the key to getting the prison population down and keeping it down.
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Where's the evidence that mental health is being "overdiagnosed"?
March 17, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Where's the evidence that mental health is being "overdiagnosed"?
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"Increasing education and employment in prisons will improve conditions, cut crime – and save money"
Good to see this in @cassiarowland.bsky.social's v.good blog on the need to improve access to purposeful activity in prison.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/educ...
Good to see this in @cassiarowland.bsky.social's v.good blog on the need to improve access to purposeful activity in prison.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/educ...
Focusing on education and training in prisons could save money in the long term | Institute for Government
Expanding training and education provision in custody is the right move.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
March 14, 2025 at 5:43 PM
"Increasing education and employment in prisons will improve conditions, cut crime – and save money"
Good to see this in @cassiarowland.bsky.social's v.good blog on the need to improve access to purposeful activity in prison.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/educ...
Good to see this in @cassiarowland.bsky.social's v.good blog on the need to improve access to purposeful activity in prison.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/educ...
Read a wonderful description of Elon Musk’s political theorising as being ‘dorm-room-bong-hit’ level stuff.
Very much in evidence here. Surreal barely covers it.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAuT...
Very much in evidence here. Surreal barely covers it.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAuT...
President Trump & Elon Musk in the Oval Office: Full Remarks
YouTube video by Bloomberg Podcasts
www.youtube.com
February 12, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Read a wonderful description of Elon Musk’s political theorising as being ‘dorm-room-bong-hit’ level stuff.
Very much in evidence here. Surreal barely covers it.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAuT...
Very much in evidence here. Surreal barely covers it.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAuT...
6 in 7 people in prison going through a mental health crisis are not being transferred to hospital quickly enough.
Many thanks to @nicksmithitv.bsky.social for highlighting the need for urgent action on this.
Many thanks to @nicksmithitv.bsky.social for highlighting the need for urgent action on this.
📽️ We spoke on regional ITV News last night about the urgent need for mental healthcare reform for men and women in prison.
#MentalHealth #PrisonReform #SaferPrisons
#MentalHealth #PrisonReform #SaferPrisons
February 4, 2025 at 12:40 PM
6 in 7 people in prison going through a mental health crisis are not being transferred to hospital quickly enough.
Many thanks to @nicksmithitv.bsky.social for highlighting the need for urgent action on this.
Many thanks to @nicksmithitv.bsky.social for highlighting the need for urgent action on this.
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Great to see prisons charities still joining Bluesky!
Welcome to @prisonadvice.bsky.social 👋
You can find lots more in this #CriminalJustice starter pack, inc:
@thehowardleague.bsky.social
@prisonersadvice.bsky.social
@prisonersed.bsky.social
But lmk if I’ve missed anyone!
go.bsky.app/2sQ9xmz
Welcome to @prisonadvice.bsky.social 👋
You can find lots more in this #CriminalJustice starter pack, inc:
@thehowardleague.bsky.social
@prisonersadvice.bsky.social
@prisonersed.bsky.social
But lmk if I’ve missed anyone!
go.bsky.app/2sQ9xmz
February 3, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Great to see prisons charities still joining Bluesky!
Welcome to @prisonadvice.bsky.social 👋
You can find lots more in this #CriminalJustice starter pack, inc:
@thehowardleague.bsky.social
@prisonersadvice.bsky.social
@prisonersed.bsky.social
But lmk if I’ve missed anyone!
go.bsky.app/2sQ9xmz
Welcome to @prisonadvice.bsky.social 👋
You can find lots more in this #CriminalJustice starter pack, inc:
@thehowardleague.bsky.social
@prisonersadvice.bsky.social
@prisonersed.bsky.social
But lmk if I’ve missed anyone!
go.bsky.app/2sQ9xmz
Delighted to say that @prisonadvice.bsky.social is now on Bluesky.
We support people in prison to stay in touch with families at more than 60 prisons across England & Wales but get involved in a whole range of issues related to the Justice System.
Give us a follow!
We support people in prison to stay in touch with families at more than 60 prisons across England & Wales but get involved in a whole range of issues related to the Justice System.
Give us a follow!
We are Pact - the Prison Advice & Care Trust - a pioneering national charity that supports prisoners, people with convictions, and their families.
#StrongerFamilies
#ReducingReoffending
#PrisonReform
#StrongerFamilies
#ReducingReoffending
#PrisonReform
February 3, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Delighted to say that @prisonadvice.bsky.social is now on Bluesky.
We support people in prison to stay in touch with families at more than 60 prisons across England & Wales but get involved in a whole range of issues related to the Justice System.
Give us a follow!
We support people in prison to stay in touch with families at more than 60 prisons across England & Wales but get involved in a whole range of issues related to the Justice System.
Give us a follow!
For every 100 people released from prison 67 are recalled, according to new stats published today.
Only a quarter of people recalled committed another crime. The rest broke licence conditions like missing Probation appointments 👇👇
www.prisonadvice.org.uk/latest/news/...
Only a quarter of people recalled committed another crime. The rest broke licence conditions like missing Probation appointments 👇👇
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New figures published today show a 42% increase in prison recalls
Pact supports prisoners, people with convictions, and their families across England and Wales.
www.prisonadvice.org.uk
January 30, 2025 at 12:18 PM
For every 100 people released from prison 67 are recalled, according to new stats published today.
Only a quarter of people recalled committed another crime. The rest broke licence conditions like missing Probation appointments 👇👇
www.prisonadvice.org.uk/latest/news/...
Only a quarter of people recalled committed another crime. The rest broke licence conditions like missing Probation appointments 👇👇
www.prisonadvice.org.uk/latest/news/...
Just walked past someone on the phone ... 'While I've got you, just one small change' .... I'm hearing 'Get the red pen out, we need a complete rewrite'.
January 15, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Just walked past someone on the phone ... 'While I've got you, just one small change' .... I'm hearing 'Get the red pen out, we need a complete rewrite'.
Help us support the 100,000+ children who have a parent in prison this Xmas.
Donate today and it'll be match-funded by @biggive.bsky.social doubling the impact of your donation.
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Donate today and it'll be match-funded by @biggive.bsky.social doubling the impact of your donation.
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donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
Support prisoners & their families and children
Pact has supported people in prison and their families and children for over 125 years. During that time, much has …
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December 6, 2024 at 8:15 AM
Help us support the 100,000+ children who have a parent in prison this Xmas.
Donate today and it'll be match-funded by @biggive.bsky.social doubling the impact of your donation.
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donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
Donate today and it'll be match-funded by @biggive.bsky.social doubling the impact of your donation.
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donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
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New @ofstednews.bsky.social Annual Report notes that prison education can have a "transformative effect" but also that "prison education remains weak, almost without exception".
www.gov.uk/government/p...
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The annual report of His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education, Children’s Services and Skills 2023/24
www.gov.uk
December 5, 2024 at 2:05 PM
New @ofstednews.bsky.social Annual Report notes that prison education can have a "transformative effect" but also that "prison education remains weak, almost without exception".
www.gov.uk/government/p...
www.gov.uk/government/p...
Your regular reminder that we cannot build our way out of the prisons crisis ....
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Prisons plan will fall short by 2027, watchdog warns
Boris Johnson's pledge to create an extra 20,000 cells spaces is now not expected to be met until 2031.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 4, 2024 at 10:07 AM
Your regular reminder that we cannot build our way out of the prisons crisis ....
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
A bit of a ‘non-apology’ apology …. ‘any upset I MAY have caused’.
There’s no ‘may’ about it. Would have been much better to say ‘I’m sorry for the upset I caused’.
There’s no ‘may’ about it. Would have been much better to say ‘I’m sorry for the upset I caused’.
December 2, 2024 at 2:38 PM
A bit of a ‘non-apology’ apology …. ‘any upset I MAY have caused’.
There’s no ‘may’ about it. Would have been much better to say ‘I’m sorry for the upset I caused’.
There’s no ‘may’ about it. Would have been much better to say ‘I’m sorry for the upset I caused’.
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Prison is not a good place for mental health. But I learned some powerful lessons while I was jailed.
www.inspirethemind.org/post/what-pr...
www.inspirethemind.org/post/what-pr...
What Prison Taught Me About Mental Health
Before being sentenced to prison, in February 2020, I had a long time to imagine it. In 2014, working in corporate finance, I committed fraud, lying to an investor with whom I was starting a company, ...
www.inspirethemind.org
November 28, 2024 at 11:15 AM
Prison is not a good place for mental health. But I learned some powerful lessons while I was jailed.
www.inspirethemind.org/post/what-pr...
www.inspirethemind.org/post/what-pr...
We regularly come across stories like these.
FWIW, my take is that it's an extremely difficult balancing act for staff between security and dignity. Staff don't always get it right, but the rules are there for a reason.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
FWIW, my take is that it's an extremely difficult balancing act for staff between security and dignity. Staff don't always get it right, but the rules are there for a reason.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
Prisoners denied dignity while receiving NHS care, watchdog finds
Health Services Safety Investigation Body reveals difficulties inmates have when they leave jail for treatment
www.theguardian.com
November 28, 2024 at 9:23 AM
We regularly come across stories like these.
FWIW, my take is that it's an extremely difficult balancing act for staff between security and dignity. Staff don't always get it right, but the rules are there for a reason.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
FWIW, my take is that it's an extremely difficult balancing act for staff between security and dignity. Staff don't always get it right, but the rules are there for a reason.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
New research by @brainkind.bsky.social shows that 80% of women in criminal justice system in Wales may be living with brain injury.
The cohort had “faced significant social disadvantages and exclusion, often starting from a young age.”
brainkind.org/complex-lives/
The cohort had “faced significant social disadvantages and exclusion, often starting from a young age.”
brainkind.org/complex-lives/
Complex Lives - Brainkind
brainkind.org
November 27, 2024 at 11:14 AM
New research by @brainkind.bsky.social shows that 80% of women in criminal justice system in Wales may be living with brain injury.
The cohort had “faced significant social disadvantages and exclusion, often starting from a young age.”
brainkind.org/complex-lives/
The cohort had “faced significant social disadvantages and exclusion, often starting from a young age.”
brainkind.org/complex-lives/