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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

What’s on the Government’s agenda, and what should come next? Our new blog explores how the people we support could benefit from Andy Burnham's priorities, and what will need further focus to create lasting change. Read the full blog: www.nacro.org.uk/news/whats-o...

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Our CEO, Enver Solomon, is quoted in the The Times on the 'perma-crisis’ of prison overcrowding. 💬 Enver told the Times that the government needs to do “more than it is currently planning if it is to avert another prisons capacity crisis in the coming months”. @enversol.bsky.social

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Ten years until ‘perma-crisis’ of prison overcrowding ends

Alex Norris, the justice secretary, apologised for the uncertainty caused by Labour’s chaotic handling of the new early release scheme

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Today, we've published report, 'A Proportionate Recall System', which finds the no. of people recalled to custody has risen sharply. We estimate the gov. is spending almost £750 mil/ year on recalls, with nearly £590 mil spent on people recalled who are not facing further charges.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Prison leavers must be part of the solution to ending rough sleeping, as highlighted in this week's The Observer. The article quotes Nacro's latest research — we found that 15,155 people left prison without a place to call home in the year ending March 2026. Read the article: tinyurl.com/5n93wkn8

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Burnham’s pledge to end homelessness raises concerns over...

Released prisoners must be part of efforts to end rough sleeping, says peer, as prime minister’s Christmas mission wins cautious welcome

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🌟Congratulations to every student at Nacro Education who received their GCSE results this morning. 👏 Our students have once again achieved GCSE Maths and English resit pass rates well above published comparable national rates. Find out how we can help with your GCSE results and retakes below ⬇️

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Tomorrow is GCSE Results Day — and the team at Nacro Education is here to support young people take their next steps. 📹 Hear Elise Temple, our Director of Education, wishing our students good luck and explaining the options available once results are received.

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Good Luck to Nacro Students | GCSE Results

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Some people enter prison from rough sleeping. Others lose access to their home in custody. Releasing people into homelessness has devastating impacts. How can this cycle of prison and homelessness be stopped? Simon Dixon, Head of Policy and Public Affairs, offers views on what needs to be done.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

👁️ Interesting to see new 'Scandinavian style' units being trialled in some London prisons to test their effectiveness - including a library, a gym and a café. "The aim is to create some semblance of normality and prepare inmates for their release," The Observer, @theobserveruk.bsky.social

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

🚨More people are being recalled to prison than released, new MoJ stats reveal. ❓Why is this happening? Nacro's CEO Enver Solomon shares his perspective on what is driving this trend in today's Guardian piece ⬇️ @enversol.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/society/2026...

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

On Friday, staff, students, and their families came together at Nacro Education Stoke for an award ceremony celebrating students achievements. A special thank you to our Hospitality and Catering students for preparing a fantastic spread of food.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

What happens when someone leaves prison? ⬇️ Hear Nacro Chief Executive Enver Solomon's reflections following a visit to HMP Isis, where he met the teams helping men make a positive start after prison🔈 @enversol.bsky.social

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

What should our prisons be for? After the Prime Minister's comments yesterday on the early release of prisoners, Nacro CEO Enver Solomon spoke to Kait Borsay on @thetimes.com radio about the importance of getting the balance right. 📻 Listen to what he says. @enversol.bsky.social

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🚨 Our Chief Executive, Enver Solomon, is quoted in @theguardian.com, commenting on the Prime Minister's announcement earlier today that the early prisoner release scheme is being reviewed. Read the full Guardian piece: www.theguardian.com/society/2026... @enversol.bsky.social

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🗣️Hear from Justin as part of Nacro's 60th anniversary series. After 8 years working in different roles at Nacro, Justin now works in Business Development and chairs Nacro's Pride Diversity Action Group. www.youtube.com/watch?v=YymR...

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Sixty Stories: Justin Tracey | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

We welcome the Prime Minister's commitment to "put the care of people at the heart of everything I do." Putting the care of people at the heart of government has the potential to transform lives. We look forward to working with the new government to turn this commitment into action.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

📚 On Monday, we published our latest report, 'Reducing deaths among prison leavers' Read the thread for findings ⬇️

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Our report — out today — finds that on average one person dies every day in the year after release from prison. The report, covered in The Times, recommends more should be done to reduce the risk of people dying after release. Read the full report: www.nacro.org.uk/reducing-dea...

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

🔈It's #AlcoholAwarenessWeek and we're sharing Justine's story — a reminder of what’s possible with the right support. Nacro's substance misuse service in East Riding provides structured support for people experiencing alcohol and substance misuse issues.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

⚠️Today's UK National Audit Office report finds electronic tagging is not working as it should. From Nacro's experience supporting prison-leavers, we know electronic tagging can help provide structure — but the system needs to work more effectively and go hand-in-hand with human contact.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

👏 Thank you to Ian and Kerry, members of Nacro's Justice ExChange, for speaking at the Probation Digital Summer Event in London yesterday. The Justice ExChange is one of our lived experience groups. Find out more about the Justice ExChange: www.nacro.org.uk/about-us/wha...

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

🎥 Kacey is a Family Practitioner at Wolverhampton 360 — a specialist substance misuse and alcohol service run by Nacro and partners. Hear more about the service and the difference Kacey and her team are making 👇 youtu.be/ZaE-alFSPQw #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

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Sixty Stories: Kacey McCann | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

📚 Annual Report from @hmiprobation.bsky.social out today - Charlie Taylor calls for more meaningful activity in prisons to counteract widespread drugs & violence. Enver Solomon, Chief Executive of Nacro is quoted in the @theguardian.com in response to the report's findings⬇️ @enversol.bsky.social

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

🏡 Connor is the "happiest he's ever lived somewhere" in Nacro's supported housing, and he praises the support and warmth of staff. It's Nacro's 60th anniversary and Conor's is one of the 60 stories we're sharing ⬇️

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

📢 Have you heard? The Government announced this week Amber Rudd will be leading an Independent Review into the safety and security of prisons. The Former Home Secretary will lead a major review to make prisons safer, tackle crime and deliver long-term reform. Read our response to the news 👇

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

🚀 For Adam, Construction teacher at Nacro Education, teaching goes beyond qualifications — it's about equipping young people with skills that can change their lives. We're sharing 60 stories from staff and the people we support to mark our 60th anniversary. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lzwe...

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Sixty Stories: Adam Benardout | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

"It's incredibly motivating to come to work with people who share your values" — Jackie Sinclair, Senior Probation Contract Manager. Jackie has been working in Nacro's justice team since she graduated in 2008, embracing each new challenge and role along the way. www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBUP...

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Sixty Stories: Jackie Sinclair | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

👏 Congratulations to Elaine, who has worked with Nacro for 30 years and recently won Most Inspirational Teacher in our staff awards. Watch Elaine's story and the impact she's had on young people's lives 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gt16...

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Sixty Stories: Elaine Pollard | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Shelter @sheltercharity.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Look out for each other ❤️ How to help someone sleeping rough in a heatwave >> shltr.org.uk/hot_weather #WeatherAware #HeatWave

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

This is a sobering reminder of the unacceptable "vermin-ridden" conditions that some children and young people are living in within the prison estate. www.theguardian.com/society/2026...

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Concerns over therapy ferrets used to kill rats at UK’s largest children’s prison

Prison officers’ union calls for immediate end to practice at HMYOI Wetherby over fears for child and animal welfare

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

This #WorldRefugeeDay, we’re sharing Abdul’s story Arriving in the UK from Afghanistan, Abdul faced significant challenges. He was placed into foster care and couldn't speak any English ➡ Swipe to read his story with Nacro Our housing services: nacro.org.uk/nacro-services/our-work-in-housing/

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Nacro Chief Executive Enver Solomon is quoted in @telegraph.co.uk on the growing use of violence in shoplifting. Nacro believes that if we want safer communities and far fewer shoplifters on our high streets, we must get serious about tackling the underlying causes.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Students at our Boston Education Centre are recognising and celebrating #PrideMonth 🏳️‍🌈🎉 They've created a display and are taking pictures posing with a pair of ‘pride wings’. Staff and students are writing messages on the display to show support for the LGBTQIA+ community 🩷

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

📢 @stepchange.bsky.social finds that unemployment and work-related instability is a leading driver of debt for 18-24 year olds — more than any other age group. This comes at a time when almost 1 million young people are not in education, employment, or training. www.bigissue.com/opinion/youn...

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Young people face a NEET crisis. It can't become a debt crisis too

Vikki Brownridge, CEO of StepChange, warns that the million NEET young people must be protected from debt in the future.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

A moment that stood out to Onyinye, Information Governance Manager at Nacro, was the support she received from the CEO in her very first week — something that set a positive tone for her time here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6KC...

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Sixty Stories: Onyinye Nwabuzor | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

The Government’s plans to roll out 180 Dutch-style Youth Hubs are an interesting development. The Youth Hubs will bring together wraparound services – coordinating education, welfare, and employment support all under one roof. www.gov.uk/government/n...

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UK to roll out Dutch-style employment support across Britain

Young Brits are set to benefit from Dutch style employment support as the Government steps up localised support to tackle rising NEET numbers.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

The Justice Gap reports that the Welsh prison system is in crisis - struggling with population pressures, workforce shortages and increasingly complex demand, with "serious implications for people's safety and rehabilitation". www.thejusticegap.com/welsh-prison...

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Welsh prison system ‘fails the people it is meant to serve,’ MPs warn – The Justice Gap

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Who is the 'Invisible Learner' and what can we do to better support them? Gloria Dalafu, Chief Executive of School2u, talks about the 'Invisible learners' in Tes magazine- a young person showing early signs of disengagement. Read more: tinyurl.com/ypp8czpp

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We need to look harder for our ‘invisible learners’

All teachers know the signs of children who are slowly disengaging in school, but what we’re not good at is stepping in to support them before they reach crisis point, says Gloria Dalafu

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

This #VolunteersWeek we’re recognising the incredible volunteers who support Nacro’s services. For Flo and Ronni, volunteers at our Support and Advice services, volunteering has helped them build confidence and gain hands-on experience working directly with people in the justice system.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Dave has been at Nacro for 20 years & now volunteers with our Greater Manchester Outdoor Learning service. It’s #VolunteersWeek & we want to say a huge thank you to our volunteers at Nacro who offer their time to help give others the best chance at a second chance❤️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zs_I...

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Sixty Stories: Dave Marsh | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Our Chief Executive, Enver Solomon, was quoted in The Times earlier this week in response to Rt Hn. Alan Milburn's interim review into young people not in education, employment or training. Read more in The Times 👇 www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Stories like Aimee's show exactly why smaller education centres and tailored support are so important — particularly given today's interim report from Alan Milburn on the continuing rise in young people not in education, employment, or training. www.youtube.com/watch?v=D67H...

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Sixty Stories: Aimee | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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The Howard League @thehowardleague.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

“The majority of children placed on remand and bailed within seven days or fewer are placed in a young offender institution, where they experience long periods locked behind their doors with very little to do.” - Andrea Coomber. ow.ly/zTyJ50Z4AAR

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Our Chief Executive, Enver Solomon, is featured in @thetimes.com discussing government proposals to tackle youth unemployment, including plans to introduce a bursary for 16 and 17-year-olds entering apprenticeships. Read more below 👇 tinyurl.com/5bv2m76j @enversol.bsky.social

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

"We're optimistic about the people we work with. Things can change for you, things can be better" Nick Hardwick, Nacro's Chair of the Board of Trustees, speaks passionately about Nacro's approach to supporting people - an organisation he's been with a long time. www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQmh...

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Sixty Stories: Nick Hardwick | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Yesterday, Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy published the new Youth Justice White Paper — setting out plans for earlier intervention and tackling the root causes of youth crime. Nacro welcomes the focus on prevention, read our full response here: www.nacro.org.uk/news/nacro-r...

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Last Thursday was an important day at The Recovery Hub - with graduates completing our 8-week RISE recovery course 🫶 💬 During the ceremony, graduates from the programme read aloud letters to their former selves in front of friends and family, before celebrating with music and food.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Week is a reminder that wellbeing can take many forms, from movement and creativity to conversation and community 💚 At our Recovery Near You service in Wolverhampton, we recently hosted a wellbeing day designed to help people slow down, connect, and focus on themselves.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🏠 Watch Heran proudly talk about her work securing properties to help people have a safe and secure place to live. www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLUM...

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Sixty Stories: Heran Asmelash | Nacro's 60th Anniversary

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🏠 Watch Heran proudly talk about her work securing properties to help people have a safe and secure place to live. Nacro provides a range of supported housing for people coming out of prison or at risk of homelessness to help them build independence.

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Did you know more than half of people in prison have a mental health challenge? That’s why support after release is so important. Nacro's personal wellbeing group helps men on probation improve their emotional wellbeing, rebuild relationships and access specialist mental health support.

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