Jack Straw welcomes the RSA Prison Learning Network

The Secretary of State for Justice, Jack Straw, launched the Prison Learning Network at the RSA on 26 March 2008. He delivered an engaging lecture about the criminal justice system and responded to some challenging questions.

Part 1

In part 1 of 5 of this lecture, Malcolm Grant, Chair of the Advisory Board, introduces the RSA Prison Learning Network and the Secretary of State for Justice, Jack Straw.

Part 2

In part 2 of 5 of this lecture, Jack Straw talks about promoting confidence in the Criminal Justice System and the Community Justice Coalition.

Part 3

In part 3 of 5 of this lecture, Jack Straw talks about responding to the community and building confidence through engagement, and learning from Liverpool, Salford and New York.

Part 4

In part 4 of 5 of this lecture, Jack Straw talks about strengthening links and welcomes the RSA Prison Learning Network.

Part 5

In part 5 of 5 of this lecture, Jack Straw talks about building confidence in non-custodial sentences and the importance of probation.

Download full lecture and Q&A session (MP3, 17MB)