Veterans in custody represent a distinct group whose experiences of military service, trauma, and transition to civilian life can create unique challenges within the prison environment. This presentation explores the Veterans Well-Being Hub at Maghaberry Prison which is a person-centred initiative designed to support veterans through tailored care, peer mentorship, trauma-informed mental health support, and multi-agency collaboration.
The hub brings together statutory services, veteran organisations, and support providers to promote wellbeing, rehabilitation, and successful reintegration. By addressing the specific needs of veterans and building pathways to support beyond custody, the initiative has demonstrated positive outcomes in engagement, wellbeing, and rehabilitation.
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Paul Caproni
Prisoner Development Unit (PDU) Governor, NIPS, Northern Ireland
Paul Caproni, Prison Governor and military veteran with 11years military service, and 18 years’ experience within the Northern Ireland Prison Service, is committed to fostering a safe, secure and supportive environment, leading with purpose and dedication ensuring his initiative contributes meaningfully to rehabilitation and positive outcomes. Known for developing and introducing the Veteran Well-being Hub at HMP Maghaberry, a dedicated initiative designed to provide tailored support for veterans, addressing mental health, PTSD, and pathways to reduced reoffending. Paul was commended in the 2025-26 prestigious Butler Trust Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to supporting the veteran community within Northern Ireland prisons.