HMPPS Interim Pre-Release Policy Framework

This Policy Framework replaces PSI 10/2022 Pre-Release and Resettlement Policy Framework and sets out the respective roles of Pre-Release Teams and Commissioned Rehabilitative Services in delivering the in-custody elements of resettlement and supporting effective release planning. It outlines the responsibilities of Pre-Release Teams in:

• assessing and identifying prisoners’ needs, priorities and concerns on arrival into custody
• identifying and completing referrals and other actions necessary to address identified needs and support effective release planning

The policy is supported by the interim changes to Offender Management in Custody (OMiC) and Pre-release model which describes:

• the role of pre-release teams
• how these teams fit with OMIC
• the Commissioned Rehabilitative Service (CRS) pre-release provision to support people leaving custody