Following the conclusion of negotiations on proposals to align the terms and conditions of former Parent Organisation and Supply Chain colleagues to those of the Probation Service, we are pleased to confirm that trade unions have confirmed the dates for ballot.

The ballot will open on 30 August and end midday on 20 September.

We know it has taken longer than anticipated to get to this point and that the wait has been frustrating; thank you again for your patience.

Your trade union will be in touch with further details of the ballot process and they will also share full details of the final proposals once the ballot has opened. Any questions about this should be directed to your TU representative.

We want to help ensure you have the information you need to understand the proposals and what they mean for you.

Full details of the proposals will be made available on the Probation Hub once the ballot opens, along with FAQs.

We will also be running engagement sessions for impacted colleagues and line managers to take you through the proposals on the following dates:

31 August, 12-1pm – line managers of impacted staff

2 Sept, 10-11am – all staff impacted by harmonisation

7 Sept, 12-1pm – all staff impacted by harmonisation

7 Sept, 4-5pm – former CRC staff awaiting alignment of terms

8 Sept, 3-4pm – all staff impacted by harmonisation

Thank you.