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A criminal record should not be a sentence for life. Bob Ashford launches Wipetheslateclean, a non-political campaign

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

This sounds very positive and could mean a true #wipingtheslateclean for childhood offences. https://t.co/RVpII7NoJp

[Bob Ashford @BobAshford1]

Eric interviewed me when I stood down as a Police and Crime Commisioner candidate because of minor convictions as a 13 year old. His lived experience and insight saw the injustice which had occurred and,as always, produced a powerful article. @uservoiceorg
https://t.co/sAd52qudP7

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

@ChrisStacey We're all with you on this Chris. The debilitating and long term impact of criminal records means that radical change is still needed. #wipetheslateclean

[Christopher Stacey @ChrisStacey]

After nearly 15 years since my conviction, and everything I've done since, my heart still sinks when this happens.

I've just done an enhanced DBS criminal record check for a voluntary role (which I'm excited about). Received the paper copy in the post, and everything is on it.

[Bob Ashford @BobAshford1]

Serious charge. The underlying issue here though is whether historical offences should automatically bar people from employment. #wipetheslateclean

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

Appearing on @BBCPoliticsWest at 10.00am talking about #PCC elections, #JonathonSeed and the impact of criminal records. #wipetheslateclean

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

LETTER: Why decision to bar Jonathon Seed was 'frankly ridiculous' https://t.co/k6ayorVhgJ

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

Appearing on @bbcpointswest at 6.30 today talking about the impact of criminal records in the aftermath of Jonathan Seeds withdrawal from Wilts PCC election.

[Bob Ashford @BobAshford1]

That was 8 years ago when the posts were first created and led to myself and @SimonWestonCBE the Falklands war hero also being barred from becoming #PoliceandCrimeCommissioners

[Bob Ashford @BobAshford1]

Despite Damien Green the minister telling me at the time the bar on Imprisonable Offences was to ensure "candidates of the highest integrity" this was always a case of unintended consequences.Most offences are "imprisonable" @BBCBristol @BBCWiltshire "https://t.co/I2P2CRSLnW

[Bob Ashford @BobAshford1]

It is inexcusable that the law hasn't changed since and underlines the continuing discrimination towards people with convictions. @WipeSlateClean

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

Unbelievable. I was barred from being a PCC because of two minor convictions over 50 years ago.

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

Another #PCC candidate #JonathanSeed Wiltshire forced to resign because of historical convictions. https://t.co/6oyJwBqv45

[AYJ @the_AYJ]

As part of our project on the impact of #Covid19 on #youthjustice with @mcys_mmu we are calling on youth justice professionals to share their experiences of the pandemic

If you are interested in writing a SCYJ blog post to accompany the project please contact [email protected]

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

@ukhomeoffice So why exactly are these records being kept ? #wipetheslateclean

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

@ChrisStacey @unlockcharity Well done Chris on the move and for everything you have achieved at Unlock.

[Wipetheslateclean @WipeSlateClean]

#wipetheslateclean. And well done !

[Unlock @unlockcharity]

After many years of campaigning, and months of holding the government to account, we're pleased to be able to confirm that planned changes to criminal record disclosures will take effect on 28 November. Find out what this means for you: https://t.co/Ktitourbbe

[Debbie Sadler @debs_sadler]

4 week lock-down starts today. If you're a person with a criminal record and feeling particularly anxious or isolated, then think about joining the #unlockforum (https://t.co/66NH51STUN).