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The Unknown Soldiers
Here is a sobering thought for Remembrance Sunday. Despite the chaos of war, we have almost complete records for those who served in the armed forces and lost their lives in the line of duty, across the world and across the decades. Yet we have no idea of the numbers of ex-service personnel who are…
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1 in 4 working age people in the UK have some form of Criminal Record
đź“Š Important new data from the Ministry of Justice reveals a stark reality about criminal records in the UK’s working population – one that deeply affects our work here at the Oswin Project. According to official figures released this week, approximately 1 in 4 working-age people in the UK have some form of criminal record…
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Alarming figures from the Prison Inspectorate’s annual report
🔍 Alarming findings from the Prison Inspectorate’s latest report demand our attention:The reality of UK prisons in 2024:• 68% of prisoners spend most days confined to cells• 24% get less than 2 hours outside their cells on weekdays• Only 7% get the recommended 10+ hours of daily activity• In reception prisons, 50% spend 22+ hours…
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Letter in the Guardian
James our Project Coordinator had a letter published in the Guardian this week. You can read it here, full text is also below. https://www.theguardian.com/law/2024/oct/28/sentencing-review-needs-to-get-smart-on-reducing The government’s recently announced review of prison sentencing presents a crucial opportunity to fundamentally rethink our approach to criminal justice (Judges could impose house arrest on criminals as part of major…
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We were on BBC Radio 4 PM Programme
Tonight we were on the BBC Radio 4 PM Programme, you can listen to the full episode here, or play the recording below of our interviews with Chris, Kenny, John and Tom.
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Congratulations to our Great North Run Team
We’d like to congratulate our #greatnorthrun team! Thank you Alex, Emma, John, Matilda, Paul & Wayne you all did brilliantly!
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Changing the Cycle Northumberland Gazette Article
https://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/news/people/new-bike-repair-shop-at-hmp-northumberland-aims-to-change-the-cycle-of-reoffending-4762538
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![Changing the Cycle is now open!]()
Changing the Cycle is now open!
Our newest enterprise, a bike shop at HMP Northumberland is now open. Bike repair shop staffed by prisoners opens in Northumberland – BBC News
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Celebrating 3 Years of Coffee and Second Chances: Café 16 in Newcastle Cathedral
At Newcastle Cathedral a small cafe has been brewing more than just exceptional coffee for the past three years. CafĂ© 16, an enterprise run by The Oswin Project, has become a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of second chances. A Unique Blend of Purpose and Flavour Opened in 2021, CafĂ© 16…
