HM Inspectorate of Probation (HMI Probation) has published a research analysis bulletin and three briefing papers exploring how transitional safeguarding is understood and applied within youth justice and probation services in England. Transitional safeguarding focuses on safeguarding adolescents transitioning to adulthood across developmental stages and the approach features six principles. The bulletin and briefings report on findings from a literature review, survey, analysis of HMI Probation data, and work with practitioners. Key recommendations include: transitional safeguarding should be embedded within existing transition protocols and inspection frameworks; relational and developmentally-informed practice should be foregrounded in policy, training and inspection; policies, protocols and training should help staff understand the safeguarding risks for young people as well as the risks they may pose to others; and youth justice and probation services should forge good local connections with education and employment routes.
Source: HM Inspectorate of Probation
Date published: 23 May 2025
Download the bulletin and reports: Transitional safeguarding in youth justice and probation services
