HMP Frankland (near Durham) and its writer-in-residence, Harry Palmer, have received an Arts Council England North East award aimed to encourage a wider range of creative skills and interests amongst its prisoners. The Re:think programme is looking for creative writers and artists in the following areas:

• Short story telling
• Short story writing
• Radio producer/writer
• Clowning/comedy person
• Singer-songwriter
• Graphic illustrator/designer

Re:think is aimed at encouraging opportunities for creative writers, musicians and artists/designers who wish to expand their practice within the wider criminal justice system.

For an informal conversation, please contact Harry Palmer on 0191 3323000, ext 3110.