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Applying for ESTA while on SOR (irrespective of travelling)

Stersco83 — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:35:18 GMT

Leaving aside the question of actual travel, is being on the SOR a logical hindrance to ESTA application process?

What about being on the SOR while somewhere abroad? I.e. when notices may be up.

FYI I recently applied successfu

Huw Edwards substack

punter99 — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:15:33 GMT

https://substack.com/home/post/p-206618134

This could have been written by lots of us on the forum. Not sure why he is posting it on substack, but fair play to him for putting his head abov

Cyprus no longer admitting RSOs ?

CB Root — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:47:03 GMT

I heard from a usually reliable source that Cyprus (the EU bit) are now turning away RSOs.

Can't find anything online about it, just wondering if anyone had more info ?

We're hiring! Community Network Coordinator (Part-time)

Deb S — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:32:33 GMT

Do you believe that everyone deserves access to good advice and support, regardless of their past?

We're looking for a Community Network Coordinator to help grow a network of grassroots organisations supporting people with criminal

Probation Manager / Lifer Panel

wakeylad — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:32:14 GMT

Hi,
I am a lifer, released nine years ago on life licence. Since my release there have been no concerns from probation officers nor police and, as far as I was concerned, was just getting on with my life, albeit attending monthly supervision appointme

125cc Motorbike Insurance

Hornet — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:27:25 GMT

Hi,
Many years only insurer I could use was Bikesure/ Adrian Flux and only 3rd Party which I find very odd I also only have a CBT any ideas where people have tried with and been accepted as 3rd party only is an insult.

Sentencing Act 2026

ChrisS — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:00:37 GMT

There seems to be a lot of media coverage at the moment regarding the new Sentencing Act 2026, which is a couple of months away from releasing its first tranche of prisoners. It seems most of the media coverage is asking why people convicted of a sexual

Start date for conviction?

JASB — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:12:44 GMT

Hi

I think most will know the events surrounding the "strangeness" surrounding my "sentencing" but I have an interesting question.

I pleaded guilty in Nov 2011 but was not sentenced until sept 2012 and was incarcerated for 4yrs (2 in and

Post Brexit- impact on travelling to Europe

Normallife — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:26:35 GMT

Is anyone else worried about what might happen if we choose to abandon freedom of movement during Brexit negotiations?

One area of concern is we would require visas to travel to the continent and may be required to declare convictions! This is un

Vpu wing

1986 — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:20:48 GMT

Just wondering if anyone has any tips/advice for someone going to prison for the first time? And any personal stories on spending time on the vpu wings ? Day to day experiences, general safety, food. Stories from the court room to 1st night in the c

Probation Questions

ChrisS — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:36:35 GMT

I have a couple of questions around probation and specifically community offender managers whilst on licence, that I wonder if anyone can give me some advice on? I’ll give you a bit of background.

My COM would like me to do a stay at an approved

PPU Visits some (more) questions

ChrisS — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:25:35 GMT

As mentioned on another topic I am due to start my licence period soon, and have a couple more questions about the visits I will receive from PPU.

Can these be at any time of day, like for instance 2am in the morning or do they normally occur wit

Getting a SHPO ended early

Paul Jan — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:48:48 GMT

I'm a year into a 10 year SHPO (sentence of 16 months) , so earliest my conviction could be spent is another 4 years, if I can get the SHPO ended early then.

On the basis it's never too early to start planning, it would be good to hear from other

3 Multiple good developments with Google?

Stersco83 — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:01:51 GMT

It seems various things have changed recently with Google judging from both old and new posts:

1) Multiple variations of search term

Previously (e.g. 4 years ago) people on here were saying that when an article abou

social/child services

kraken — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:39:36 GMT

sorry if in the wrong section i couldn't find where to post.

does anyone have any background dealing with social services after a conviction?
able to share your conviction and what restrictions you where given just so i have an idea what

SHPO Discharge Refused

Richie — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:28:30 GMT

I have an internet SHPO and have applied to the court to have it discharged. I expected a hearing so that I could put across my arguments.

The police disagree with my application but I feel their arguments are weak and that they have made a state

Problem with Google removals - IMPORTANT READ!

simonUnLCK3837 — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:32:45 GMT

I've had really good success with all search engines over recent months but kept spotting articles seemingly 'reappearing' back in Google's search results.

On further investigation it seems that Google will only remove searches against a name and

Removal of Google Links

david123 — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:17:31 GMT

Eight years ago I was convicted of downloading indecent images and given a one year suspended sentence. This was reported in the local paper and was picked up by a couple vigilante web sites which copied and pasted the story along with phot

new here and struggling

kraken — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:03:24 GMT

i had the knock about a month ago.
for sexual comms with a child(13) also seems it was a police operation(not that it really matters)
ive been struggling a lot with not having real contact with my son (bail conditions of not unsupervised with unde

Google Removals Journey

khafka — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:15:29 GMT

Hey folks,

I thought I'd document my second attempt at trying to get search results about me removed in the hopes it may help someone in the future and give a bit of a realistic overview of what actually happens.

So a quick recap of the

Visits whilst on license

ChrisS — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:54:54 GMT

Hi everyone, recently found this forum and was hoping to get some experience from people who have been in the situation that I will be in shortly. Long story short for me, convicted of a sexual offence, custodial sentence and will soon be starting m

Starting a Limited Company vs. Sole Trader: The Mandatory Disclosure Loophole that Ruins Privacy

Parky1989 — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:28:47 GMT

Hi everyone, I wanted to share some critical information I have just uncovered regarding starting an independent business while managing a sensitive criminal record. Like many here, I am setting up as a solo trader and had to decide whether to operate as

Why don't more SOs move to Ireland?

Stersco83 — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:29:35 GMT

No UK register obligations
British-like culture, intertwined with British economy. London-linked work from home opportunities exist. Dublin is like an extremely chill version of London.
Slightly diminished Google Effect (UK stories

Applying for US ESTA after being denied Candian eTA

RMUK — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:55:28 GMT

As I posted in a related thread: https://forum.unlock.org.uk/Topic32116.aspx#bm34105

2 years ago I applied for a Canadian eTA and it kept getting refused despite my criminal r

Have I ruined my chances?

jumper1 — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:01:58 GMT

Hey all.

I'll try to keep this post fairly vague to protect my privacy. Hope you all understand.

I was convicted of a sexual assault when I was under 18 and suffice to say, it's a huge mental obstacle for me to overcome - especially bec