Celebrating and promoting the best in UK prisons, probation and youth justice

Jan 1, 2021

JOY KEENAN (North West National Probation Service)

AWARD WINNER 2020-21: Described as “inspirational”, “dedicated”, and “a wonderful colleague”, Joy receives an Award for her exceptional leadership, passion and vision as a Probation Manager in Liverpool, and in particular for her ground-breaking contributions to tackling knife crime and “County Lines” in the area. [This Award is supported by Serco Justice Services.]
Jan 1, 2021

RICARDO LAFUENTE-DYER (HMP/YOI Pentonville)

AWARD WINNER 2020-21: A Prison Officer for over 30 years, and described as a “remarkable individual” and “an inspiration to the men”, Ricardo is granted an Award in recognition of his unflagging commitment to rehabilitation, and in particular his creative approach to addressing knife crime and gang-related violence, at HMP Pentonville. [This Award is supported by MTC.]
Jan 1, 2021

DEANNA MEZEN (HMP Oakwood)

AWARD WINNER 2020-21: Deanna gets her Award for her all-round excellence as a nurse and colleague at HMP Oakwood, including her “gold standard” end-of-life care for prisoners and their families – in the words of the Governor, she is “simply the best prison-based nurse I have come across”. [This Award is supported by The Hanley Trust.]
Jan 1, 2021

DALJINDER SANGHA (HMP/YOI Woodhill)

AWARD WINNER 2020-21: Described by the Governor as “a real asset” and “one of the best”, Daljinder is granted an Award for all-round excellence as an Officer at HMP Woodhill, in particular for the encouragement and support offered to his colleagues, and his skill in managing especially challenging and vulnerable prisoners. [This Award is supported by the Prison Officers Association.]
Jan 1, 2021

JOSE AGUIAR (HMP/YOI Pentonville)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Jose’s Commendation is for his tireless work, as a Lecturer at HMP/YOI Pentonville, to help change prisoners’ lives, for which he is widely respected, by prisoners and staff, throughout the establishment.
Jan 1, 2021

KENNY BEATON (HMP/YOI Woodhill)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Kenny is part of the Environmental Group at HMP/YOI Woodhill, and is Commended for the exuberance and positivity he shows in everything he does, and the positive impact he has on prisoners, staff, and the prison environment.
Jan 1, 2021

EVE CHESTER (North West National Probation Service)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Eve is granted a Commendation for her “drive, determination, and, most of all, unrivalled empathy and compassion”, as a Probation Officer with North West NPS – “she is an inspiration” to both colleagues and service users.
Jan 1, 2021

ROLAND CLARK (South East & Eastern National Probation Service)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Roland’s Commendation is for his outstanding work as a Victim Liaison Officer with Essex Probation, for his “wonderful and compassionate character”, and for his particular skill in dealing with some of the most challenging cases.
Jan 1, 2021

BRENDAN DOYLE (HMP Coldingley)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: COMMENDEE 2020-21: Brendan is Commended, as an Officer at HMP Coldingley, for his excellent jailcraft, unfaltering dedication, and selfless care and support for both prisoners and staff; as well as being “an absolute joy to work with”.
Jan 1, 2021

BEN EATON, SUE KIDNEY & PARMJIT SINGH RAI (DLNR CRC)

COMMENDEES 2020-21: Ben, Sue and Parmjit (pictured) are Commended for being the driving force behind the innovative and highly successful STAR housing project, at DLNR CRC, helping to Support, Transform, and Resettle male service users in Derbyshire.
Jan 1, 2021

MICK GROOMBRIDGE (HMP Isle of Wight)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Mick’s Commendation is for his outstanding character and professional qualities, as an Officer at HMP Isle of Wight, and for helping deliver diversity and Veterans-based initiatives in the jail to the highest level.
Jan 1, 2021

GAYNER HOLNESS (HMP/YOI Bronzefield)

COMMENDEE 2020-21: Gaynor receives a Commendation as the Family Engagement lead at HMP/YOI Bronzefield, and is widely praised by prisoners and colleagues for her outstanding commitment, creativity and compassion in the role.