10 Feb 2022

Prison Strategy White Paper Consultation Response

techUK responds to questions on the content and implementation of the Ministry of Justice's proposals for prisons.

techUK held a roundtable with members to respond to the prison strategy consultation published by the Ministry of Justice in December 2021.

With the investment agreed at the Spending Review and the commitment to increase modern prison places, focus on reforming individuals through improved rehabilitation programmes, there is a vital role for digital technology in building back better from the pandemic; from modernising existing Victorian prison estates to delivering the modern prison of the future.

Digital tools should be at heart of modernising the criminal justice system and should be viewed as integral in ensuring a better-connected justice system, end to end, with data at the centre.

techUK's response highlighted:

- Opportunities for the tech sector to support the build of next generation prisons.

- The role and importance of data flow/ data sharing across partner agencies.

- Opportunities to scale the use of digital, data and technology to support staff and empower prisoners.

- How to deliver improved education services, training programs and access to qualifications.

- The importance of equipping prison leavers with digital skills.

- The need for tech sector representation on the innovation taskforce.

You can download techUK's response here.

Georgie Morgan

Head of Justice and Emergency Services | Fraud and Economic Crime Lead, techUK

Georgie joined techUK as the Justice and Emergency Services (JES) Programme Manager in March 2020, progressing to Head of Programme in January 2022. Her portfolio then expanded in January 2024 where she now leads our work across fraud and economic crime.

In her current role, Georgie leads techUK’s engagement and initiatives across the blue light and criminal justice sectors. She works closely with industry and stakeholders to drive innovation, address challenges, and anticipate future needs, while showcasing the critical role technology plays in delivering essential public safety and justice services. Through the JES programme, she provides a platform for suppliers, helping them navigate and establish themselves in the blue light and criminal justice markets.

Before joining techUK, Georgie spent four and a half years managing a Business Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP) in Westminster. Collaborating with the Metropolitan Police and local councils, she focused on mitigating the impact of crime on the business community. Her efforts spanned addressing low-level street crime and anti-social behavior to managing critical incidents and violent crime.