Source · HMICFRS

Neurodiversity in the criminal justice system: A review of evidence

Published 15 July 2021Criminal Justice Joint InspectionJoint with HMI Prisons, HMI Probation3 recommendations

Commissioned by Lord Chancellor. Found patchy data collection, inconsistent assessments, and insufficient staff training on neurodiversity across the CJS. Government published action plan in response (June 2022).

Coverage

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

Recommendations

3
Recommendation 1 Wording not verified against the report

Addressed to: Government

Set a course for needed action on neurodiversity support across the criminal justice system
Recommendation 2 Wording not verified against the report

Addressed to: All CJ agencies

Implement consistent neurodiversity screening protocols across the CJS
Recommendation 3 Wording not verified against the report

Addressed to: All CJ agencies

Increase awareness and understanding among police, prison and probation staff

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