IAG for offenders in custody
05-February-2007
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The session reviewed the background to delivering career and learning support (IAG) to offenders in custody; considered key findings from recent research into IAG; introduced ‘Working Together – managers’ guide and action plan’ and considered its use in IAG provision; and provided an overview of education/training and IAG work being undertaken in Lincoln Prison. Please see above for Simon and Pauline’s presentations.
A discussion followed the session, in which a number of difficulties were noted: prisoners being transferred to another establishment before completing qualifications, which are unable elsewhere; a lack of understanding of the term IAG amongst governors and other senior management; the low priority of education and skills as a consequence of security; tensions between punishment and rehabilitation and the resultant labelling of people as ‘pink and fluffy’; and difficulties releasing prison officers for continuing professional development (CPD), specifically relating to IAG.
Do you agree with the issues raised? Please continue the discussion by placing a comment below. Further information about the CGRF can be obtained from the CeGS website
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