The Fifteenth Annual Conference hosted by the Welsh Centre for Crime and Social Justice (WCCSJ) is scheduled to take place

on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th of May 2026 

at Wrexham University

This year's keynotes will be:

Grand Avenues - Reimagining Probation in the community - Professor Mike Maguire, Dr Sue Thomas and Professor Kate Williams

Adapting to contemporary issues in substance use: new treatments, new approaches - Professor Katy Holloway, Dr Marian Buhociu and Dr Shannon Murray, University of South Wales

 

Additionally, up-to-date research papers will be presented in breakout sessions. 

Please Note: The Booking Page is now open. To register your place, please click the link below: Cynhadledd Canolfan Trosedd a Chyfiawnder Cymdeithasol Cymru (CTCCC) 2026 / Welsh Centre For Crime …

Every year this event brings together academics, policy makers and those working in the field of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Participants will have the opportunity to present their research projects or thoughts on policy and practice, gaining valuable insights from peers and scholars across Wales.

The WCCSJ annual conferences allow members to forge connections which have underpinned pan-Wales research initiatives, making them a cornerstone of progress in the field of Crime and Justice.

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Tickets:

Members - Academics and others conference ticket -  £60

Postgraduate students Conference Ticket - £45

Conference Ticket for Non WCCSJ Members - £75