Comment

A new approach to social policy development and wider working is needed
Changes in technology bring mental health problems, as well as benefits
Mike Guilfoyle recalls his meetings with 'Armo'
A long-term view of offender progress through treatment is important
Government should review gender recognition in the prison service
Mike Guilfoyle on an evocative encounter with Rocco who had a troubled upbringing
Calm, considered and respectful discussion required to resolve trans prisoners challenge
Mike Guilfoyle refects on old-style probation practices being replaced with office-based formalities
Birmingham prison has had a troubled history, right back to when it opened in 1849
You don’t hear about ASBOs much, which doesn’t the policies that created them have gone away
Mike Guilfoyle remembers Elias who he supported before and during trial
Justice has not been blind in the aftermath of Grenfell