The crime reduction charity's chief executive-in-waiting is clearly a man who thinks his new role offers plenty of scope for improvement.
McDowell, who replaces Paul Cavadino, chief executive since 2001, says accepting the position was not a difficult decision to make.
Having worked in the criminal justice system for close to two decades, including the past three years as governor of Brixton Prison, he recognises the importance that resettlement of offenders and support outside of custody has on reducing crime.
While others will undoubtedly share his zeal for reducing crime levels, it's fair to say not all of his views chime with those of the rest of the sector.
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