Leaving prison
Support when someone leaves prison
A person leaving prison may get the following financial support:
- Universal Credit
- Jobseeker’s Allowance
- help from your local council
- Scottish Welfare Fund in Scotland
- Discretionary Assistance Fund in Wales
Prisons may also work with organisations in their local area, such as charities, to help prisoners prepare for their release. You can find out about these organisations in the prison information pages.
Useful websites
There are organisations that can provide support for people leaving prison, including: