Probation - Mair & May

Question 1

Aim of Mair & May

Answer 1

Investigate the experiences of offenders on probation orders in cross section offices in England and Wales

Question 2

Method of Mair & May

Answer 2

A survey using questionnaire

Question 3

Particpants of Mair & May

Answer 3

• 3299 offenders
• Random from 22 probation offices across England & Wales
• Representative across crimes and age groups

Question 4

Procedure of Mair & May

Answer 4

• Interviews conducted by independently employed researchers
• Covered vast range of questions about offenders lives and likelihood of re offending
• many likert scale response
• Otherwise closed

Question 5

Results of Mair & May

Answer 5

• 88% felt probation was extremely useful
• 60% felt probation offices would help them sort out problems and was there to talk to
• 37% felt it would stop them offending all together

Question 6

Conclusions of Mair & May

Answer 6

• Probation is seen in positive light by offenders
• However percentage who failed to keep up with appointment ties are therefore excluded from the analysis, may have more negative views