Domestic Abuse - Noreen Wallace, His Majesty's Inspectorate of Probation (HMIP)

Probation Perspectives: Insights into Community Justice is a podcast exploring the world of probation, rehabilitation, and community justice. Hosted by Megan Thomas and Ceri Halfpenny from the University of Portsmouth, this series delves into key issues affecting probation practice, featuring expert insights, research, and real-world experiences.In this episode, Noreen Wallace from H.M. Inspectorate of Probation unpacks the complexities of addressing domestic abuse within probation services. From defining abuse under the 2021 Domestic Abuse Act to highlighting challenges in inter-agency collaboration and practitioner training, Noreen provides actionable insights for probation officers and agencies working to protect victims and rehabilitate offenders. Tune in to learn about the critical role of professional curiosity, reflective practice, and targeted interventions in achieving meaningful change.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:00 Noreen Wallace06:44 Probation's Role in Abuse Cases19:27 Thematic Inspection Insights23:43 Domestic Abuse Key Insights26:08 Training & Practitioner Confidence29:52 Professional Curiosity in Probation38:02 User Feedback Importance40:52 Future Directions in Abuse Prevention44:12 Reflective Practice in ProbationShow notes and readings:We’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made Probation Perspectives: Insights into Community Justice possible:Freddie Hunt – Podcast producerJill Dealey – Podcast development and content supportRob Hobbs – Technical supportLauren Meredith – Logo and jingle developmentJenn Grant & Michelle McDermott – Management and supportAll of our guests – For sharing their expertise and experiencesFurther readings:Here are the details of the readings that were referred to within the episodeHMIP Effective Practice Guide: Working with domestic abuseWomen's Aid Website: www.womensaid.org.ukSafe Lives Organisation: www.safelives.org.ukDomestic Abuse Act 2021 (UK): Legal framework and advancements in domestic abuse prevention. https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2021/17Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Portsmouth, the podcast hosts, or any affiliated organisations or employers.