Thursday 15 Jul 2021 @ 15:20
HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)
HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)
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Neurodiversity in criminal justice system - more effective support needed, say inspectorates
The government has been urged to develop more coordinated and effective support for people with neurodivergent conditions – including autism, traumatic brain injury and learning difficulties and disabilities – in the criminal justice system.
The report by three criminal justice inspectorates says better assessment, treatment and support could “help break the cycle affecting too many: of crime, arrest, court, prison, probation and reoffending.”
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Neurodiversity in the criminal justice system: A review of evidence
Channel website: https://www.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk/hmicfrs/
Original article link: https://www.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk/hmicfrs/news/news-feed/neurodiversity-in-criminal-justice-system-more-effective-support-needed/
Original article link: https://www.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk/hmicfrs/news/news-feed/neurodiversity-in-criminal-justice-system-more-effective-support-needed/
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