Social justice charity Nacro has won a contract worth £25m over three years to deliver housing and support services for people in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
The Ministry of Justice contract to run the Bail Accommodation and Support Service (BASS) will boost turnover at the charity by around a sixth.
The BASS is intended to provide short term accommodation for low and medium risk people on bail or other licence agreements
Nacro is a registered housing provider, and will deliver a range of short-term housing solutions for vulnerable people, including young people and those who are homeless.
Nacro will also work with the Ministry of Justice to identify how to make changes to housing to meet the department’s needs.
Jacob Tas, chief executive of Nacro, said: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to harness our experience of helping people turn their lives around through providing housing and support.
“We know first-hand how crucial having the right type of housing can be to supporting people to move forwards in their lives and reduce reoffending.
“We very much look to welcoming the experienced and committed staff team from the current provider to Nacro.”
Rory Stewart, the minister for prisons and probation, said: “We know that having accommodation can have a big impact on whether someone re-offends – it increases their chances of turning away from crime, finding a job and contributing to society and ultimately protects the public.
“It’s vital that we continue to work in partnership with the voluntary sector and draw on its massive experience and enthusiasm in supporting offenders and vulnerable people.”
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