Reader in Criminology, Sheffield Hallam University
I have been at Sheffield Hallam University since 2012. Prior to this I completed my PhD at the University of Cambridge. I have carried out research across prison, probation, parole, youth justice and criminal justice inspection. My research focuses on the intersection between policy and practice in criminal justice and I have particular expertise in emotional labour, staff well-being, probation policy, privatisation and technology.
Prior to doing my PhD I worked in various roles in the community with offenders. I also have an MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Edinburgh University.
How to stop released prisoners reoffending: what the evidence says
Jul 21, 2024 16:28 pm UTC| Insights & Views Life
In the midst of a prison overcrowding crisis, the UK government has decided to release some prisoners early. This will certainly ease pressure on prisons and prison staff (who are drastically low in numbers). But a...