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"...just because you have nothing to hide doesn’t mean you should disregard privacy." Our latest blog provides a view on the importance of cyber security and why you may want to consider the way you think about your own privacy. www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/blog/privacy

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I have to remind myself of this a lot at the moment!

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The Stonewall Inn released a response to the National Parks Service removing the word transgender from the park outside of the Inn. A great reminder that we have to look after each other

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Please share and join the session if you can

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If the government really wanted to put people smugglers out of business, they would open safe routes for refugees.

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At Next Chapter Scotland we recognise that women with a criminal record can face unique challenges. We have therefore created a dedicated and FREE support service to help you to navigate such challenges. The helpline can be accessed via: [email protected] or 0330 355 7145

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Any recommendations for portaloo hire in Glasgow? #glasgow #scotland

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link.springer.com/article/10.1... My latest offering…..

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So many things to comment on here, but 5 years after the preventable deaths of Katie and William, the fact that some prison cells are still not safe is inexcusable. Immediate "actioning" rather than just "carefully considering" the recommendations is what is required 💔. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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What a great letter by @just-stopoil.bsky.social members on the state of the prison system. “Vengeance does not make us safer, punishment does not heal” Anyone with a conviction for political activism, we’d love your views in our survey: forms.gle/oCrkRFJ5QBtm... theecologist.org/2025/jan/15/...

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21 years ago, British journalist Tom Hurndall died after spending 9 months in a coma. Tom was carrying a Palestinian child out of range of Israeli army gunfire when he was shot in the head. We will never forget him, nor his vision of a free and independent Palestine.

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A boy who pleaded guilty to charges while a victim of child trafficking could have his conviction overturned after the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) decided to refer the case back to the court for review, following our application. howardleague.org/news/howard-...

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Stay Connected with Next Chapter Scotland! We're continually growing our community, and we'd love for you to join us on all our social platforms! 🌟 Follow us for updates, resources, and ways to get involved: 📸 Instagram: nextchapterscotland 🕊️ X (formerly Twitter): @NextChapterScot

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It’s great to hear that focus will be on access to justice. Let’s hope this extends to public law / human rights representation for those people subject to punishment and/or supervision in the community. #humanrights #criminalrecord #livedexperience #criminology

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Really pleased the minister agreed to meet me to discuss my #RentersRightsBill amendment to give disabled people the right to adapt their home to meet their needs. Not counting chickens yet but potential big win for all who campaigned on this. I'll continue to push this forward.

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Too many ex-prisoners are being recalled to jail because of "excessive" licensing conditions, the probation watchdog tells @thetimes Crime & Justice Commission: www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/art... @rachelsylvester.bsky.social

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Also I am offering a facilitated co-working session for people who participated in the "How to Take Action Where You Are" sessions in Dec & earlier this month. It's for people who want to create your personal activism/organizing plans for 2025. bringittogether20205.eventbrite.com - SPACE LIMITED

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Those of you who have a criminal record (or a family member with a criminal record) this is a great chance to have your say on the ways your life has been affected. Please take a few mins to fill in the survey and share the post 🙏 #criminal #criminology #criminaljustice #livedexperience

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📋 Take Our Survey forms.gle/oCrkRFJ5QBtm... 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Do you live in #Scotland? Do you or a family member have a #criminal conviction? We’re conducting a major survey to gather insights into: ✔️ The challenges people face ✔️ The real impacts on your life ✔️ What changes could make things better #criminalrecord

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"Our prisons are so broken that we can't carry on. Politicians may disagree on how we fix the penal system, but everyone can agree that reform is needed." Our Chief Executive, Andrea Coomber KC (Hon.), wrote an opinion piece for @bigissue.com: www.bigissue.com/opinion/pris...

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So few people are prepared to talk about these topics. We need to amplify the voices of those who do. Please have a read and share the blog. #livedexperience #criminal-justice

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If you have a criminal record or you have a family member with a criminal record, please reach out! The more voices we have on our Board, the better our services will be.

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Back to work on Monday 🥳

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As we prepare to welcome 2025, we’re reflecting on a year of growth, resilience, and connection. With the new year comes new opportunities to amplify voices, challenge discrimination, and provide unwavering support. We’re energized and ready to continue standing alongside you, every step of the way.

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‘The impact has been out of this world’: the stranger who gave away a £100,000 inheritance to his neighbours

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I feel like sometimes the plight of people in prison is said passively, without the associated and heavily needed empathy. These people spend 24 hours a day often with random strangers, in a space only designed for one person, and with a risk of violence, and no real support to get them through.

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Let’s welcome @nolrscotland.bsky.social! We’ve added them to our starter pack of people interested in sharing (and learning from) #livedexperience of the #criminaljustice system. Let us know if you want to be added: go.bsky.app/7vpn4gU

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Today is International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers #IDEVASW. Ireland’s laws are fueling violence and endangering lives. #IDEVASW exposes how laws that claim to protect are, in reality, resulting in harassment, violence and even death. sexworkersallianceireland.org/2024/12/pres...

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Absolutely spot on! It’s all very well and good me talking about my own experiences but I am only one person. What we need is systems that allow the voices of as many people as possible to be heard.

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I couldn’t be prouder to work alongside such a brilliant team of people!!

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So often #LivedExperienceVoices are excluded from research because of communication barriers. If you aren't hearing from ALL #LexVoices directly, you will be missing vital #LivedExpertise

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5th person to be cured of HIV “Today, researchers announced the Dusseldorf patient still has no detectable virus in his body, even after stopping his HIV medication four years ago.”

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This #IDPD trust that we know what we need, that we are capable and #Disabled, and that we should be #Leaders on decisions about the things that impact us. #LivedExperienceLeadership #LexLeaders #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #Disabled #DisabledAndCapable

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Sara Snell announced as new Chief Inspector of Prisons for Scotland (HMIPS), taking up a key human rights-related scrutiny and leadership role in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿, having worked for 25 years in England & Wales and 9 years as a #prison adviser at International Committee of the Red Cross www.gov.scot/news/new-chi...

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It’s great to see the Law Society of Scotland challenging the arbitrary exclusion, within the Early Release legislation, of people convicted of a sexual or domestic abuse offence. #law #scotland #criminaljustice #criminal #criminology www.lawscot.org.uk/media/z0neer...

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With Bank of Scotland and Lloyds introducing fees and Santander pausing applications for their Treasurer’s accounts, does anyone know whether anyone is still offering fee-free banking for very small charities / clubs? #charity #banking #finance @scvo.scot #treasurer

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@teamlabouruk.bsky.social had the chance to come out with a strong message regarding the contribution that people are able to make to society after a #criminal conviction and yet, so disappointingly, they didn’t. What message does that send to potential employers? www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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