Birmingham and Solihull NHS Foundation Trust

“We acknowledge the need for a sustainable engagement strategy with the Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA). Currently the Prison Discharge Coordinator acts as the main link with the MAPPA process.”

“The Standard Operating Procedure has been revised. In addition to this there is an intention to review the Job Description of this role and understand in more depth the scope of what this role can achieve currently or will need to achieve in the future including any potential additional resource requirements.”

“A comprehensive review of the current interaction process between the Prison In-reach team and the CMHT is planned. This will involve a detailed gap analysis to determine areas needing strengthening. We aim to develop a clear plan to enhance this interface, thereby improving continuity of care and ensuring that individuals receive the necessary support as they transition from prison to community-based services.”

“We anticipate we will have a decision around this within the next month.”

“the Trust has improved the structure and supervision surrounding the prison discharge coordinator roles, such that the practitioners have weekly supervision with opportunity to escalate cases of concern, and an improved system of referrals and discharge procedures, reflected in the updated standard operating protocol.”

“RECONNECT is a vulnerability service supporting multiple service user needs including accessing mental health support. They are based within HMP Birmingham however are a national service and accept referrals from Out of Area prisons for prison leavers relocating to Birmingham and Solihull. Additionally, prison leavers can be referred up to 28 days post release by probation offender managers, other professionals, family/friends or self-referrals.”