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Criminal justice policy

Our Current Submissions

Read Extern's submission to the Probation Board Northern Ireland Consultation on its Corporate Plan 2020-23 (304KB)

Submission to the Department of Justice’s ‘Sentencing Review Northern Ireland: A Public Consultation (49kb)

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Problem drug and Alcohol use Policy

Addiction can be overwhelming for those struggling and their families. Extern offers a range of supports and interventions to those living with problematic drug and alcohol use.
Election asks

Extern's key policy asks in the UK and Ireland General Elections
Gambling Policy

Extern's policy work influences local government so that people living with problem gambling can get the support and the respect they deserve.
Young people and family policy

Our policy hub is home to our submission reports on families, children and young people and our range of intensive and life-changing programmes.
Mental health policy

Extern's policy work influences local government so that people living with mental health problems can get the support and the respect they deserve.
Housing and Homelessness Policy

Our homeless support programmes show Extern is helping those with a range of complex issues

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Urgent relief staff needed for homelessness services

A range of skills sets and roles are required, including reception and cleaning staff, as well as specialist supports such as support workers, healthcare workers, and night staff. All positions are paid roles.
Royal Welcome for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on visit to Extern

TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Extern’s family respite centre, Savannah House, in Clane, Co. Kildare.
Extern Assistant Director wins NI Social Worker of the Year award

Northern Ireland's Social Worker of the Year has been named as Magherafelt man Mal Byrne, assistant director of leading social justice charity Extern.
Extern issues urgent ‘Callout to Landlords’ in new bid to tackle homelessness here

In a new bid to tackle homelessness, Extern is looking for properties across Northern Ireland.
How I became a Support Worker at Extern

From joining the company as a placement student Rebeca Martin-Greenwood has worked her way up to the role of an assistant manager with Extern, enhancing her studies along the way. Here is how she became a Support Worker at Extern.
Minister expands successful Extern-operated Bail Supervision Scheme

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone TD, has announced that youth justice programme is to be expanded to courts in Cork and Limerick, as well as continuing in Dublin.
COVID-19: Latest service delivery news

Find out how we are working heard to ensure we continue to support the most vulnerable people in your community
Extern takes top UU award for social work placements

Leading social justice charity Extern has won a major local award for its work in developing future generations of social workers in Northern Ireland.
Current Basic Life Support guidance from PHA, NHS and BHF for those administering naloxone amidst the coronavirus pandemic

PHA advice/guidance for anyone who may potentially administer naloxone and give Basic Life Support
Communities unite to promote better mental health and to reduce the impact of substance and alcohol misuse.

Extern join with Intercomm and Northern Ireland Alternatives to promote better mental health and reduce the impact of substance and alcohol misuse

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