In-cell tablets to be introduced into children’s prisons in England
Prisons Minister Lucy Frazer has recently announced that the Government will be introducing in-cell technology to children’s prisons in England.
We feature the latest news about our work and prison education.
PLA submits evidence to Education Select Committee
In May, the PLA submitted written evidence to the Education Select Committee on the impact of Covid-19 on education and children’s services. Read our full submission here.
In-Cell Activity Hub
When prisons are in lock-down, people spend a lot of time in their cells with no access to face-to-face activities. The InCellActivityHub contains creative, unique resources contributed by organisations and individuals for PEF providers and prison staff to download and print.
Going Viral: The need for digital technology in prisons is greater now than ever
The Prisoner Learning Alliance has been campaigning for greater access to digital technology since we began. When faced with potential staff shortages and longer lock-up, the case for greater access to in-cell technology comes into its own.
Meet the women making a difference through prison education
In the lead up to International Women’s Day, we hear from some of the winners of PLA’s awards about their work in prison education.
New report on leadership in prison education
PLA has published a new report, Leadership in Prison Education: Meeting the challenges of the new system.
DPS maximum contract length increased to two years
The Ministry of Justice have extended the maximum length of Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) contracts to two years, a move called for by the Prisoner Learning Alliance (PLA).
One year on – what’s happening with the DPS?
The Dynamic Purchasing System launched over a year ago. In this blog post, we take a look at the DPS on year on, and how prisons are using DPS and which areas are being funded.
PLA evidence used in Justice Select Committee’s recommendations
Evidence submitted by the PLA has been used in the Justice Select Committee’s new review of Prison Governance.
Prisoner Learning Alliance Conference 2019: a round-up
On the 3 September, the PLA held its annual conference. We heard lots of interesting speakers and presentations. Here is a summary of the workshop presentations and a link to the slides.