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Guidance and reference

Prison and probation policies

Find Prison Service Instructions (PSIs), Prison Service Orders (PSOs) and policy frameworks. Search by what you need to know or by an exact policy reference.

This is a selected collection. A policy may exist even if it is not listed here. Use the official collections linked below to look further.

3 policies found

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  1. Prison and Probation Policy FrameworkCurrent

    Critical Public Protection Cases- MP notification Scheme Policy Framework

    Explains when probation staff should seek registration of a Critical Public Protection Case and how the scheme supports its management. It covers referral criteria, advice, limited funding and notification of ministers and participating MPs about release plans. Registration does not…

  2. Prison and Probation Policy FrameworkCurrent

    HMPPS National Health and Safety Arrangements for First and Emergency Aid

    Sets responsibilities for arranging first aid across prison and probation services, including community payback. Local assessments determine the trained staff, equipment and facilities needed. The framework covers emergency arrangements, training, records and review, including coordination with healthcare providers and contractors.…

  3. Prison and Probation Policy FrameworkCurrent

    The Person Escort Record (PER) Policy Framework

    Explains how staff record and pass on information when a prisoner is escorted outside prison or transferred. It covers the appropriate paper or digital record, health and support needs, changing risks, handovers and checks on the quality of information. The…