Introduction to Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA)

This course aims to provide an introduction to understanding what MAPPA actually means, how the framework is used and implemented when dealing with the most serious offenders in our community, and to provide guidance on how the law applies to your agency and what your individual roles and responsibilities are.

Course Objectives –

• Outline the purpose and function of MAPPA

• Detail the framework for the classification of MAPPA Offenders

• Explain the process of escalation between Management Levels

• Set out the principles of Information Sharing and Disclosure

• Clarify your role in MAPPA and the support you will receive from the GM's Multi Agency Public Protection Team.