In June 2017 Devon and Cornwall Police introduced a new initiative aimed at challenging, and changing, the behaviour of first time offenders with the aim of preventing and diverting people away from crime. Victims are able to give their views on whether the offender is offered the deferred charge scheme or a more traditional disposal, which is taken into consideration by the office making the decision.

Here, Cati Jervis, Pathfinder Keyworker at Devon and Cornwall Police tells us how ECINS has been assisting in the management of the Pathfinder Scheme.