HM Prison & Probation Service
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) carries out sentences given by the courts, in custody and the community, and supports rehabilitation through education and employment. The Foundation is working with HMPPS on two projects. The first explores the use of simulators to teach learners how to operate plant and land-based machinery in HMP Hull and HMP Humber, as well as possibilities for replicating the project in other prisons. The second is the ‘Stay on Track to Train your mind’ programme which has seen 27 ex-offenders complete the programme and 100% offered employment on release.
Stories featuring HM Prison & Probation Service:
Changing Lives, Changing Industries: HMP Highpoint’s groundbreaking rail training
Around two weeks ago, we had the privilege of attending HMP Highpoint to see the opening of the first ever rail centre of excellence in prison, which back in 2022 we provided funding for installation of a rail track so that industry-standard training could be...
Inspiration and innovation at HMP Pentonville with XO Bikes
Since we created the City & Guilds Foundation in 2019, one of our key funding activities has been identifying and activating practical ways to support those who have been in Prison (or at risk of entering Prison) to build skills and secure, and sustain,...
Improving ex-offenders’ prospects through Groundwork’s ‘Green Start’ programme
Groundwork is a federation of charities mobilising practical community action on poverty and the environment across the UK. Dedicated to supporting communities and creating a green future, they aim to improve people’s prospects and promote opportunities for...
Outstanding careers – City & Guilds as a golden thread
Prince Philip Medal… and the medallist is Craig Thomson This award inaugurated by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh back in 1962 recognises an individual who has followed the City & Guilds path and has achieved significant success in their field or profession. This...