National Probation Service

The National Probation Service (NPS) in London works with adults and young people who have been sentenced by the courts to a community sentence or licence. The NPS helps them to address the issues that led to their offending and to make positive changes in their lives.

The NPS works with a wide range of people, including those who have committed minor offences, such as shoplifting, and those who have committed more serious offences, such as violence or drug dealing. The NPS also works with people who are at risk of re-offending, such as those who have a history of mental health problems or substance abuse.

The NPS provides a range of services to help people who are on probation, including:

• One-to-one support: A probation officer will meet with the person on probation regularly to discuss their progress and any challenges they are facing.
• Group work: The NPS offers a range of group programmes that can help people to address the issues that led to their offending, such as anger management or substance abuse treatment.
• Practical support: The NPS can help people with practical issues such as finding accommodation, employment, or education.

The NPS is committed to helping people who are on probation to make positive changes in their lives and to reduce their risk of re-offending.