Having worked for the probation service and NACRO for 25 years, Nigel was appointed to set up Crime Concern in 1988 and his inspiring leadership led it to develop into a £16 million social enterprise.

Since retiring in 2003 he works with the Reliance Security Group advising on public – private partnerships with NOMS, Police and CRDPs. With Sir Charles Pollard he has set up Restorative Solutions to promote the use of Restorative Justice as a tool for front line workers in the criminal justice system, schools and social housing. He is an accredited Neighbourhood Renewal Adviser and works with the European Forum on urban safety. He was awarded the MBE for services to offenders.