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Offenders transform parks in community justice scheme
8 Feb
Summary
- Offenders completed 1,900 hours of work across 80 locations.
- The scheme involves 360 individuals with low-level offenses.
- 50 parish councils have engaged with the community improvement project.
A community improvement scheme, known as the Immediate Justice Team, has successfully partnered with 50 parish councils in Northamptonshire. Since its launch in 2023, the initiative has seen offenders complete 1,900 hours of work across more than 80 locations, revitalizing parks and communal areas.
Participants, who committed low-level offenses such as drug possession or criminal damage, were referred by Northamptonshire Police. The project has significantly impacted community spaces, with completed works including park improvements, rejuvenating community gardens, and enhancing visible road signs.
Northamptonshire's Police and Fire Commissioner, Danielle Stone, highlighted the scheme's success in making visible consequences for anti-social behavior. The project aims to restore pride and make a substantial difference in the county's vital public spaces.
