In 2011, IPRT identified a unique opportunity for the next Government to enhance the protection of the community while at the same time respecting basic human rights standards.
In advance of the General Election, IPRT called on all parties to commit to a broad programme of evidence-led proposals, leading towards a more effective and a more humane penal system.
10 Steps to Better and Safer Communities
4 key questions to put to election candidates
6 party manifestos - analysis from penal reform perspective
'New prisons need to be built' - 5 party responses
New Programme for Government offers framework for tackling problems in penal system
Read back on other 2011 elections here:
Respect for rights in the penal system with prison as a last resort.