Prisons3 days agoViolence prevalent at high security jail -reportThe high security prison is well led and making progress, but is told to improve safety and conditions.3 days ago7 days agoSpice in vape caused prisoner's death - inquestAdam Diesa-Green was 24 when he died at HMP Lowdham Grange on 17 January 2025.7 days ago8 days agoPrisoners trained in roadwork skills to improve job prospectsPrisoners in Scotland will be trained in roadwork skills to improve their job prospects after release from jail.8 days ago27 May 2026Drugs and violence persist at prison, report saysA report by the prison inspectorate highlights problems including overcrowding at HMP Winchester.27 May 202626 May 2026Drone drugs problem persists at prisonA new inspection of HMP Bullingdon finds drug availability is leading to increased violence.26 May 202626 May 2026Venezuelan prison director sacked as inmates allege mistreatmentPrisoners at the jail in Barinas state had accused Elvis Macuare Guerrero of "torture" and called on the authorities to act.26 May 202621 May 2026Prisoner pleads not guilty to murderJonathan Alcide, who is accused of murder at Stoke Heath prison, is due to go on trial in September.21 May 202620 May 2026Prisoner numbers at record high despite 600 releases in six monthsNumerous attempts to address overcrowding have failed to make a long-term impact and the population has reached critical levels.20 May 202619 May 2026Jail with drug issues needs to do more, says reportInspectors praise staff for improvements since 2022, but safety concerns remain.19 May 2026...
