Source · HMICFRS

Efficiency spotlight report: The impact of recruitment and retention on the criminal justice system

Published 15 February 2024Spotlight ReportJoint with HMCPSI, HMI Probation, HMI Prisons1 recommendations

Joint inspection by all four CJ inspectorates (HMCPSI, HMICFRS, HMIP, HMI Prisons). Found systemic recruitment/retention issues seriously impacting criminal justice. Quarter of CPS pupil barristers left within 12 months of qualifying.

Coverage

The organisations covered are not linked in this record. Check the original report for its scope and addressees.

Recommendations

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Recommendation 1 Wording not verified against the report

Addressed to: All CJ agencies

Invest more in understanding why staff left and use this information to inform future changes to improve recruitment and retention

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