Director of The Forensic Psychologist Service: Clinician, Expert Witness, Supervisor. Motivated by reducing offending, improving lives & protecting the public.
United Kingdom
Joined January 2012
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This was a fabulous event last year for an amazing charity. I rode it (and donated) every week.
Can’t wait for Sunday - a quick 50k should blow away the cobwebs 🥰
I’m signed up are you?
Looking for new ways to clock your miles this weekend? Then why not sign up to this week’s Zwift ride led by Rob Wainwright.
10am. Sunday 7th January. Lets pedal for Doddie Aid 💙💛
Register here: bit.ly/48ryZfV
#DoddieAid
Thank you for this Rob. I could not agree more. To make matters worse they often give opinions about medical matters when not clinically trained
Finally …. This is such good news
We welcome the Government’s decision to accept the majority of our recommendations to modernise the test for unfitness to plead, bringing it into line with today’s psychiatric and psychological thinking.
Find out more here: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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To date there have been 448 downloads of the BPS resource for psychologists working with those who have stalked… have you downloaded your free copy yet? ⬇️ @DrAlanUnderwood bps.org.uk/guideline/working…
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Who wants a free place to attend the DFP Conference in Belfast this year?
This is for DFP members and covers the FULL THREE DAY CONFERENCE (but you will have to sort your own travel and accommodation)
Hit the link below to apply - closing date 31/07/23
bps.org.uk/node/652#funding
Well, this is a step in the right direction
NEW guidance effective from today on the Secretary of State's criteria for a move to open conditions for people on indeterminate sentences, plus new guidance for @Parole_Board to apply from 1 Aug.
This is such an important report that highlights the issues young people face when they transition between child/welfare focused CJ services to an adult/punitive system.
*NEW @the_AYJ REPORT* highlighting the experiences of “some of the most vulnerable" young people as they transition from youth to adult justice.
Read the evidence review, produced as part of @T2AAlliance project generously funded by @barrowcadbury here: bit.ly/41JGueu
I can confirm that this is an excellent lit review and I would highly recommend my psych colleagues and prison lawyers request a copy
Two of the most talented and inspirational forensic psychologists I know - they are also radio gold. It is a match made in heaven. Can’t wait to tune in 😃
When @kerensahocken and I are leaning against the fence it can only mean one thing ... Behind the Crime is back for series 2, produced by @PrisonRadioUK
Episode 1 we speak to Sinem, a prison officer who then served time in prison.
Sun 13.30, Wed 20.00
bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001kpt…
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The Division of Forensic Psychology recently published a guidance document for people working with those who stalk.
Hear from Dr. Rachael Wheatley, one of the authors, talking about why the guidance is needed.
Download the guidance here:
explore.bps.org.uk/.../repor…
More analysis of the High Court decision on the lawfulness of the SSJ restricting evidence given by HMPPS staff in Parole Board hearings
NEW High Court decision out in Bailey v SSJ on evidence to @Parole_Board on whether recommendations can be made in reports and in oral evidence
The court found the change to the Rules only applied to written evidence not oral evidence & the rule change was unlawful
Oh my goodness does this mean (almost) normal service is resumed? 🤞
I was honoured to be asked to review this forthcoming book, and have therefore had a sneak peak 😃. It is an outstanding text that will be of huge benefit to a wide range of criminal justice practitioners and to prisoners preparing for release.
So proud & excited to see how our book will look! Really looking forward to seeing the hard copy out later this year! @ShinglerJo @drnblagden @GeriAkerman @criminology @KateHerrity @RobCanton1 routledge.com/The-Journey-fr…
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Breaking News...............
The DFP Conference will take place on 8-10th November 2023, in beautiful Belfast.
Get the date in your diary, we are looking forward to seeing you all there 😍
More details to follow shortly
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Stalking guidance launch!
Join us on 19th January, Nottingham Trent Cricket ground, 1.30-4.00.
Hear from the authors on the latest guidance for working with people who show stalking behaviours - free for DFP members, £10 for non-members.
bps.org.uk/event/launch-stal…
This is an outstanding piece of research by Evan and his colleagues. The study includes data from a range of countries including the UK. It has important implications for how we respond to children who commit sexual offences. It is open access so that everyone can benefit.
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Getting that list filled out?
Don't forget to add 'sign up for stalking guidance launch event'!
Tickets are limited and going fast. £10 per person. DFP members can claim a free ticket as a perk of membership - but must register - see below.
bps.org.uk/event/launch-stal…
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Join us on 19th January at the Nottingham Trent cricket ground for the launch of the BPS Stalking resource led by our DFP committee member @RachCWheatley - the event is free for members - book your place now: bps.org.uk/event/launch-stal…