Resource Summary

The report brings together national data, lived‑experience insights and cross‑sector perspectives to explain why women’s imprisonment has remained stubbornly high despite nearly two decades of policy commitments to reduce it. It also sets out what needs to change and highlights examples of effective practice already happening across the country.

Resource Information

Format:report or research
Author:Emily Evison and Jenny Talbot
Organisation:Prison Reform Trust
Themes:criminal justice, funding, women centres & women's specialist services
Published:July 2026

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