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Big Life is looking for probation sector partners

Big Life is looking to speak with values-led non-profit organisations who are interested in delivering services in the probation sector, ahead of the intended Ministry of Justice recommissioning of the CRS in 2025.

We are currently a lead provider of probation CRS services, leading a partnership of 14 VCSE providers to deliver the Greater Manchester Integrated Rehabilitative Service. Our offer includes wellbeing hubs, coaching, and community link working across all GM local authorities. We also work in prisons across the North West providing mental health services, training, addictions in-reach and at the gate services, as well as providing addictions support to people on probation.

We will be issuing an expression of interest in the coming months and are keen to talk to any other potential lead bidders or partners in the North of England in advance of this.

If you are interested in discussing a potential partnership offer, please email Emily Blackburn, Business Development Manager.