Probation Services Community Links 2020-07-14
2020-07-14
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Chi Onwurah has visited Newcastle probation services and is aware of their dedication despite the challenges posed by the privatisation of the service.
Will the Minister set out exactly how funding will be made available to ensure that there are links with, in particular, further education colleges in Newcastle so that offenders who are released can have a chance of rehabilitation and jobs in a post-covid world?
We have put forward £100 million for a new scheme called the dynamic framework, enabling local voluntary sector and private companies to bid to provide local services in communities. I welcome the work of the CRC in her area and look forward to seeing their bids.
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