We welcome the Government’s intention through the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022, to reform the Out of Court Disposals framework. We recommend that the Government set out how it will prioritise gender-specific diversionary routes as part of its plans to improve OOCDs. The Ministry of Justice should also set out how it will measure the success of the new OOCDs, and how it will specifically measure outcomes for women.

We welcome the Government’s intention through the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022, to reform the Out of Court Disposals framework. We recommend that the Government set out how it will prioritise gender-specific diversionary routes as part of its plans to improve OOCDs. The Ministry of Justice should also set out how it will measure the success of the new OOCDs, and how it will specifically measure outcomes for women. Type: recommendation | Number: 4 | Paragraph: 40 | Response status: accepted Government response: We accept this recommendation. We will develop, deliver, and maintain briefing materials that support regular engagement sessions with the judiciary and all those who work in courts. The materials will raise awareness of the specific issues faced by women who offend and increase understanding of the