-
The Prison Crisis: Why Building More Jails Won’t Fix Our Broken System
The Justice Secretary’s announcement this week that prisons are 99% full and will run out of space entirely by November should serve as a wake-up call. Shabana Mahmood’s proposed solutions; 28-day recall limits and £4.7 billion for three new prisons reveal a fundamental misunderstanding of the crisis we face. The government admits that even with…
-
Thank You Morpeth!
What an incredible year it’s been as the Mayor of Morpeth’s chosen charity! As our time as the Mayor’s charity comes to an end, we’re overwhelmed with gratitude for the amazing support our community has shown, and the very generous cheque we were presented with on Wednesday night. From brain-teasing Quiz nights to Curry evenings,…
-
The Four Pillars of Not Reoffending: A Framework for Lasting Change
At The Oswin Project, we understand that the journey from incarceration to successful reintegration is complex and multifaceted. Through our years of experience working with formerly incarcerated individuals, we’ve identified four essential pillars that form the foundation of lasting change and significantly reduce the likelihood of reoffending. 1. Stable Housing The importance of secure, stable…
-
UK Prison System in Crisis: Parliament Report Reveals Serious Capacity Issues
The UK prison system is facing a significant crisis according to a recent report from Parliament’s Committee of Public Accounts. Released in March 2025, the fifteenth report of the 2024-25 session entitled “Prison estate capacity” paints a concerning picture of overcrowding, delayed expansion plans, and deteriorating conditions that are affecting both prisoner rehabilitation and value…
News & Newsletters
Our Newsletter is produced twice a year. It includes information and updates on the Oswin Project and our initiatives, as well as examples of Oswinners experiences with the charity.
To subscribe to our email newsletter, please fill in the form below. We take your privacy very seriously, we will not share your contact details with anyone else. We do use Mailchimp to manage our list, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
