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Next Chapter Scotland

Last updated: 6th October 2025

Support Type:

Voluntary

Need supported:

  • Advocacy
  • Family Support
  • Sexual Offending
  • Social Isolation
  • Women
  • Other

Aim/Purpose:

Next Chapter Scotland exists to help anyone in Scotland who has been involved with the criminal justice system to navigate the stigma and discrimination that they can face throughout their lives.

Suitability criteria:

  • All genders
  • All ages

Assessment/referral process:

  • Self-referral

Open access website: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk Open access helpline: 0330 355 7145 Facebook peer support group: Next Chapter Scotland

Further Information:

If any part of your life feels harder to manage because you or a loved one have been involved with the criminal justice system, we’re here to help. Our website and support helpline will help you to understand your rights and point you in the direction of organisations that can support you.