The chief inspector of the probation service in England and Wales has resigned because of a "potential perceived conflict of interest".
Paul McDowell's decision relates to his wife's role as a senior manager at Sodexo, which has taken over the management of a number of probation contracts.
Mr McDowell said it was "imperative that any inspectorate is independent and seen to be so".
He took up his role in February 2014.
Payment by resultsMr McDowell said in a statement: "Although we have measures in place to manage any conflicts of interest, and I would always carry out my duties without fear or favour, it is clear that a perception of conflict around my post remains."
At least he's done the right thing, just too late, especially if he was involved in any way with teh tendering and award process.
Compared to what? Will they get paid only when the ex-offender dies of old age, having never committed another crime? Will it be based on a murderer never committing another murder, but it's ok if they shoplift? I'm guessing that Sodexo will get paid whatever and within a year will be asking for even more money.
Paul McDowell's decision relates to his wife's role as a senior manager at Sodexo, which has taken over the management of a number of probation contracts.
Mr McDowell said it was "imperative that any inspectorate is independent and seen to be so".
He took up his role in February 2014.
Payment by resultsMr McDowell said in a statement: "Although we have measures in place to manage any conflicts of interest, and I would always carry out my duties without fear or favour, it is clear that a perception of conflict around my post remains."
At least he's done the right thing, just too late, especially if he was involved in any way with teh tendering and award process.
The companies will be paid by results and earn more money if offenders do not commit further crimes.
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