On Probation

The Probation Service

Topics: Government · Society & Culture

Colm O'Regan presents On Probation, a podcast all about the Probation Service in Ireland. In this podcast series, Colm explores the work of the Probation Service: What does it mean to be on probation? What does a Probation Officer do? What is it like for someone to be on probation? And ultimately, does probation work? Many of us seem to have at least some understanding of the various aspects of the Criminal Justice System in Ireland, like the role of the Gardaí, the court system, and the Prison Service. However, we're often less familiar with the Probation Service and the important work it does. We’ll delve into topics such as reintegration, rehabilitation, and community service, asking...