Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Prisoner builds new career on the inside / Birmingham Post, 20 Feb 2006

http://digbig.com/4gkcm
"Currently ten of the 620 prisoners, aged between 16 and 25, have gained work experience in the community at a local retailer, barracks, warehouse, pallet firm and arboretum.
Prison governor Pete Knapton is aiming to get a further 30 prisoners work experience next year. He said the construction industry could play a key part in future resettlement strategies. 'Having a job and an income on release significantly reduces the likelihood of reoffending,' he said. "