We’re working to create a just, humane & effective prison system.
We’re doing this by influencing decision-makers, opinion formers and the public to:
- Reduce the use of prison.
- Improve conditions for prisoners.
- Promote equality and human rights in the criminal justice system.
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View our policy and legislative work, and consultation responses.
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View all of our current projects to reduce imprisonment and improve conditions for prisoners and their families.
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View our current vacancies and voluntary opportunities.
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Latest news & updates
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Government response to Women’s Justice Board report falls short of ambition needed
Ministers make some welcome commitments but fail to respond to substance of board’s recommendations
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PRT comment: Lord Laming
Commenting on the sad death of Lord Laming, who chaired PRT’s commission on children in care, or w...
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Government urged not to lose momentum on its commitment to reduce women’s imprisonment
New report says women’s justice reform now requires a sustained focus on implementation
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PRT comment: UN calls on UK government to end IPP sentences
Intervention should be a wake-up call to redouble efforts to eradicate the stain of the IPP sentence
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Blog: From one generation to the next
PRT Associate Sarah Beresford describes how children can inform prison reform
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Join our Lived Experience Advisory Panel
The panel will work closely with our Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees
Our latest publications
View all- July 2026 Resetting the approach to women’s imprisonment – A case for change: evidence, barriers and solutions Despite years of policy commitments, the number of women in prison remains stubbornly static. This r... Resetting the approach to women’s imprisonment – A case for change: evidence, barriers and solutions
- June 2026 The Hope and Fulfilment Survey This report presents the Hope and Fulfilment Survey (HAFS), developed as part of the Prison Reform T... The Hope and Fulfilment Survey
- June 2026 Terminating your IPP licence: a legal guide To help those serving IPPs, and their family and friends, the Howard League, together with Dr Laura ... Terminating your IPP licence: a legal guide
- May 2026 Understanding and improving the Category A review process This report presents the findings of a peer-led review by the Building Futures Network Group at HMP ... Understanding and improving the Category A review process
Policy work
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All-Party Parliamentary Group on Penal Affairs
All-Party Parliamentary Group on Penal AffairsThe All-Party Parliamentary Group on Penal Affairs aims to increase its members’ knowledge and to work through parliamentary channels for reform of the criminal justice system. Full minutes of meetings are available in this section.
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Legislation
LegislationWe provide support to members of parliament with briefing papers to assist them during debates, and draft amendments to legislation. You can find our published parliamentary briefings in this section.
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Consultation Responses
Consultation ResponsesPrison Reform Trust responds to many consultations, including those from government, parliamentary select committees and the Sentencing Council. You can find our published responses in this section.
Featured projects
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Prison: the facts Prison: the facts
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Prisoner Policy Network Prisoner Policy Network
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Building Futures Building Futures
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Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP)
Support us in our work to create a just, humane and effective penal system
The Prison Reform Trust needs and values support from members of the public who share our aims of achieving a just, humane and effective prison system in the UK. We do not accept government funding and rely on voluntary donations.
There are a number of ways in which you can add your support, keep in touch and get involved.
You can become a Friend by making a regular donation towards our work, or you can give a one off donation.
