Jan 1, 2021

BEN EATON, SUE KIDNEY & PARMJIT SINGH RAI (DLNR CRC)

COMMENDEES 2020-21: Ben, Sue and Parmjit (pictured) are Commended for being the driving force behind the innovative and highly successful STAR housing project, at DLNR CRC, helping to Support, Transform, and Resettle male service users in Derbyshire.
Jan 1, 2021

SUSAN LANZER (London CRC)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Susan receives a Commendation for all-round excellence as a Probation Officer in London, over more than 30 years, and is praised for her persistence, creativity, and unwavering commitment to the possibility of change.
Jan 1, 2021

DEREK RHODEN (Greater Manchester National Probation Service)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Derek receives a Commendation for his clear, consistent and compassionate approach to all aspects of his work, and his contributions to diversity and inclusion in particular, as a Senior Probation Officer in Greater Manchester.
Jan 1, 2021

IAN SPARSHOTT (Hampshire & Isle of Wight CRC)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Ian’s Commendation is for his extensive volunteer work, with Hampshire and Isle of Wight CRC, drawing on his own lived-experience to assist and mentor service users, including leading the Southampton Service User Network support group.
Jan 1, 2020

KIRSTEN AMPHLETT (South West & South Central NPS)

AWARD WINNER 2019-20: Described by her manager as “an incomparable gem”, and by one of three service users who nominated her, as “bloody brilliant”, Kirsten’s Award is for her truly exceptional compassion, skill and dedication, as a Probation Services Officer at Lawson House Approved Premises. [This Award is supported by Seetec Justice.]
Jan 1, 2020

ALICE BURROWS (London CRC)

AWARD WINNER 2019-20: Alice’s nomination, as a Senior Probation Practitioner for London CRC, includes an impressive array of testimonials from both colleagues and service users, and she receives an Award as an exemplar of excellence, for her outstanding commitment, skill, and enthusiasm. [This Award is supported by Novus.]
Jan 1, 2020

SARAH VINER (London CRC)

AWARD WINNER 2019-20: Sarah is granted an Award for her outstanding contribution to probation in London over more than three decades. Her nomination, supported by service users and colleagues, highlights her compassion, and her “exceptional” ability to engage those with especially complex needs. [This Award is supported by Serco Justice Services.]
Jan 1, 2020

CHLOE BLAKE (South West & South Central NPS)

COMMENDEE 2019-20: Chloe is Commended for her skill, dedication and humanity, in all aspects of her role as a Probation Officer for South West NPS, including in managing some of the most challenging individuals in her area.
Jan 1, 2020

EMMY MERCAN (Kent, Surrey & Sussex CRC)

COMMENDEE 2019-20: Emmy receives a Commendation for her work as a Probation Services Officer with KSS CRC, setting up a ‘Breakfast Club’ where women can meet, receive support, and find hope and inspiration.
Jan 1, 2019

RHIAN METCALF (National Probation Service, North West)

AWARD WINNER 2018-19: Rhian is a Probation Services Officer for North West National Probation Service. She wins an Award for transforming purposeful activities for residents at Merseybank Approved Premises, including developing ‘Probationary’, a board game promoting service user engagement and resettlement. [This Award is granted in memory of Kathy Biggar Baker.]