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<p>We remain committed to improving services for women in or at risk of contact with
the criminal justice system, recognising that they are amongst the most vulnerable
in society.</p><p>In 2022 we launched three grant competitions covering the women’s
community sector and have awarded total funding of £15 million up to March 2025. The
funding will meet the core costs of women’s community sector organisations, allow
the provision of new and additional services and interventions for women, as well
as encouraging more joined up local partnership working to address women’s needs.
40 organisations across England and Wales are receiving funding. Of these, four organisations
have been awarded funding to support current and new residential alternative to custody
provisions, allowing more women to be managed effectively in the community, and avoiding
short custodial sentences.</p><p>Future spending decisions will be subject to the
next Spending Review.</p>
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