Strengthening the Independent Scrutiny Bodies through Legislation

This consultation explores a number of options to strengthen the Arm’s Length Bodies’ ability to scrutinise and improve accountability within the criminal justice system, more specifically relating to prisons, probation and custodial settings . It also considers extending the tenure of the interested senior public appointees, as well as placing the National Preventive Mechanism on a statutory footing. Please note that this is not a public consultation but is directed at those involved and organisations that have an interest in the proposals.