News

Nitazenes – new drugs, new risks

A BBC investigation has found that dozens of illegal suppliers are advertising Nitazenes openly on the internet and sending them in the post from China, where they are being manufactured. 

Julia Rausing: A Tribute

The Forward Trust were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Julia Rausing.

Forward releases ambitious new three-year equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategy

The Forward Trust is proud to launch its first ever Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy (2024-2027) which sets out our ambitions to strive further in the support and development programmes for existing staff, improve service user experience and do even more to recruit, develop and retain individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. 

Business Strategy (2024-2027); Forward’s three-year plan for improving services

The Forward Trust is pleased to share its new three-year business strategy, covering the period 2024-27, which sets out our direction for the coming years.  

Forward’s new business bootcamp supporting ex-offenders in London

If you’re looking to start your own business but not yet had the break, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Northern Reunion 2024 – registration window now open

Shares, craft stalls and refreshments all provided at this free-to-attend family event in Hull.

Changing Prison Drug Culture Is Possible

In an excellent recent episode of their ‘News Agents’ podcast, Lewis Goodall and colleagues interviewed the (excellent) Charlie Taylor – the independent Inspector of Prisons – on how the dealing and consumption of drugs has become the predominant activity in some of our prisons.

Peter McCann (1940 – 2024) – a tribute to the Clouds House founder

The Forward Trust is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Clouds House founder, Peter McCann.

International Women’s Day: #InspiringInclusion by Challenging Gender Stereotypes

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is #inspireinclusion. It’s a call to action to challenge stereotypes, call out gendered assumptions and actions, and to maintain an inclusive mindset. It is also about recognising the unique perspectives and contributions of women from all walks of life, including those from marginalised communities.

RIVER Treatment and Recovery Service moves to new premises

One of the Forward Trust’s community drug and alcohol services has now relocated to a new site.