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Vision

Statement of purpose

"The Northern Ireland Prison Service, through our staff, serves the community by keeping in secure, safe and humane custody those committed by the courts; by working with prisoners and with organisations, seeks to reduce the risk of re-offending; and in so doing aims to protect the public and to contribute to peace and stability in Northern Ireland."

Our vision

"To be recognised as a model of good practice in dealing with prisoners and to be valued and respected for our service to the community."

Our values

• Recognising that the Service requires the commitment of all of us;
• Leading well and behaving with integrity;
• Upholding prisoners' human rights and working with them as individuals to become law-abiding;
• Ensuring that we each have the required skills and competencies;
• Accepting responsibility and accountability;
• Managing resources, including our time, cost effectively;
• Showing an innovative approach to our work;
• Team-working and acting in partnership with other organisations;
• Demonstrating a commitment to fairness, equality and respect for each other and those we are in contact with.