01133nam a2200145   450000100060000010000410000610100080004720000760005533006430013146100620077460600970083670000230093370100210095685200100097719213  a20031111u           y0pory50      ba  aeng  aWelsh language, identity and probation practiceethe context for change  aThis article draws upon the historical context of the oppression of the Welsh language within the UK, makes links with recent incidents in the public domain, and research on the experiences of probation staff. The authors argue that linguistically sensitive practice is necessary, not just on the basis of equal opportunities, but also to effectively engage with offenders and protect the public. They then set out the reasons why the national probation service (and indeed the wider criminal justice system) must develop a fully bilingual service in wales. Nine key principles are proposed to bring about a change in policy and practice.  vV.50,n.3dsep. 2003pp.225-238tProbation JournalcLondon  aDISCRIMINAÇÃO  IGUALDADE DE OPORTUNIDADES  PROBATION  PROBATION SERVICE  PAÍS DE GALES  aMADOC-JONESbIolo   aBUCHANANbJulian  jP.105