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How does probation work, what does the National Probation Service do and how much do officers get paid?

The issue has come into the spotlight with the revelation that criminals have been missing appointments with their probation officers

THE probation service has come under the spotlight after an investigation found criminals were missing appointments with their probation officers without any action being taken.

Here is all you need to know about the profession.

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Probation officers coordinate community based servicesCredit: PA:Press Association

How does probation work?

Probation is the suspension of a jail sentence that allows a person convicted of a crime the chance to remain in the community, instead of going down.

It requires that convict to follow certain court-ordered rules and conditions under the supervision of a probation officer.

Typical conditions may include performing community service, meeting with your probation officer, refraining from using illegal drugs or excessive alcohol.

It can also mean avoiding certain people and places and appearing in court during requested times.

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The Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, commonly known as the Old BaileyCredit: PA:Press Association

What does the National Probation Service do?

The National Probation Service for England and Wales is a statutory criminal justice service which is responsible for supervising offenders in the community.

Its officer also compile reports to for magistrates and judge to help them with their sentencing.

In Scotland there is no probation service and the job is done by social work departments of councils.

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Northern Ireland has its own separate probation service.

How much do officers get paid?

Entrants start as probation service officers (PSOs).

The salary range for PSOs is £22,039 to £27,373 on the NPS Pay Band 3.

Salaries for qualified probation officers range from £29,038 to £36,084 (Band 4).

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