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Who runs probation services now?
Probation in England and Wales was part-privatised in 2014, with some services run by private companies and charities. This system faced criticism for being fragmented. Since 2021, all probation services have been renationalised, meaning they are now run directly by the government again, aiming for better coordination and oversight.
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