Prisons and Probation Services
PBH enables people in prison to access paid employment so they can save for their resettlement and pay rent. Having somewhere to live and job security changes their future and the future of their families. Teaching people a trade, a purpose, work ethics, giving them skills to leave prison better people, law abiding useful members of society is an amazing thing to do, it gives hope, a sense of a future, and they are producing much needed homes. As a house builder employing ex-offenders also makes good business sense. They are highly motivated, have a high level of engagement, good level of attendance and an enthusiasm to learn because they are incredibly appreciative of the opportunity. You will also be enhancing your social value, providing a competitive edge when it comes to bids, and you will have access to PBH’s pipeline of sites and training programme.
If you are a house builder or prison (PBH also employs people on release) and you are interested in the PBH please make contact using the form below.
1 Inception
Public/third sector landowner meets with PBH manager to discuss potential site for housing delivery via PBH.
2 Initial assessment
PBH manager undertake high level initial feasibility to determine suitability for housing delivery, prisoner involvement costs and delivery programming.
3 Optional appraisals
PBH manager meets with landowner to discuss PBH housing provider options, costs delivery timescales, potential financial and other support needs.
4 Delivery Approach
Landowner confirms preferred delivery approach with PBH Manager.
5 Procurement
Landowner procures and appoints PBH housing provider. For public sector landowners this can be done directly.
6 Detailed Design
Intrusive surveys, design and detailed costings carried out
7 Planning
Planning application submitted and planning permission received.
8 Delivery
PBH housing provider builds & assembles home whilst training prisoners.
Get in touch today
Got a question about the Prisoners Building Homes programme? Whether you’re exploring a site for potential housing or just want to learn more, the PBH team is here to help.
Email us
Email us directly on pbh@localpartnerships.gov.uk