The RJC is pleased to have agreed funding for 2016-17 with the Ministry of Justice to deliver a programme of work to promote the use of restorative justice and ensure quality in its delivery.
In line with reductions in government spending, however, the RJC’s funding from the Ministry of Justice has been significantly reduced compared to the last two years. We will therefore be continuing to carry out a programme of work with the Ministry of Justice, but on a smaller scale than previously.
The RJC has published Working with women who offend: A guide for restorative justice practitioners.
This brief guide for practitioners is based on the findings from the seven-month research project entitled Making restorative justice work for women who have offended. Funded by Barrow Cadbury Trust, this study aimed to explore female offenders’ access to, and experiences of, restorative justice.
The RJC has published Making restorative justice work for women who have offended, a new research report that sets out a series of recommendations for practitioners and policy makers on how to improve female offenders’ access to and experiences of restorative justice.
The RJC has published Making restorative justice work for women who have offended, a new research report that sets out a series of recommendations for practitioners and policy makers on how to improve female offenders’ access to and experiences of restorative justice.
As part of their current inquiry, the RJC and Why me? recently gave a joint briefing to members of the Justice Select Committee on restorative justice. It was an interesting and enjoyable session – an opportunity to discuss issues in a less straightened setting than when giving formal evidence. Amid a plethora of thought-provoking questions, one stood out as meriting further discussion.
The RJC is pleased to announce that Avon and Somerset Restorative Partnership - Bristol RJ service delivered by Neighbourhood Justice Team have achieved the Restorative Service Quality Mark (RSQM).
The award demonstrates that services are delivering good quality, safe and sustainable restorative services that meet the six Restorative Service Standards. 29 organisations – from sectors that include criminal justice, education and care – have now achieved the RSQM.
The Victims’ Commissioner, Baroness Newlove, published a report yesterday on restorative justice, the first of two considering its use. This one looks at the quality of service that restorative justice service providers are delivering, while the second will look at victims’ experiences. The focus of this report is welcome.
Redeeming Our Communities: Restorative Services in Greater Manchester has become the latest organisation to attain the Restorative Service Quality Mark (RSQM).
The RSQM demonstrates that services are delivering good quality, safe and sustainable restorative justice that meets the six Restorative Service Standards. The award is currently held by 28 services, working across the criminal justice, education and care sectors.
Rebecca Green, National Development Manager, said:
