Guidance

Circles of Support and Accountability Policy Framework

Requirements for the use of Circles of Support and Accountability for probation practitioners working with eligible people convicted of sexual offences.

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Details

This Policy Framework sets out the arrangements for working with someone on probation supervision who is participating in Circles of Support and Accountability (CoSA). It details the eligibility criteria, the referral process, the recording requirements and the information-sharing requirements whilst someone is subject to CoSA.

Published 31 May 2023