Identity matters offending behaviour programme within the prison estate

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Dear Ministry of Justice,

Can you please confirm;

1. What prison establishments in England and Wales facilitate the Identity Matters Programme
2. Is this programme still in its Pilot stage or is it now accredited
3. If it is not accredited what is it's current status and when is this set to be reviewed
4. What are the eligibility requirements in order for a prisoner to be considered for the said programme
5. What category of offender is the said programme aimed at
6. What risk factors does the said programme seek to address

Yours faithfully,

Flowerpot

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(a) be in writing,
(b) state the name of the applicant and an address for correspondence, and
(c) describes the information requested.

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