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UK Probation Service Misses Appointments Due to Overwork

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 12:23 | Last update: 19 mar. 2026, 12:23 | 1 source | 1 article

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A recent report has highlighted significant issues within the UK Probation Service, revealing that 32% of probation appointments were missed between 2023 and 2025. The BBC reported that these missed appointments are largely attributed to overwhelming staff workloads. The Ministry of Justice is likely facing increased scrutiny as a result of these findings.

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One in three probation appointments missed due to staff workloads, figures show Foto: BBC UK
BBC UK 19 mar. 2026, 12:23 (1 day ago) Excellent

One in three probation appointments missed due to staff workloads, figures show

Probation officers tell the BBC unattended appointments can encourage reoffending and put lives at risks.

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