Prisons2 hrs agoSpice in vape caused prisoner's death - inquestAdam Diesa-Green was 24 when he died at HMP Lowdham Grange on 17 January 2025.2 hrs ago13 hrs 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.13 hrs ago2 days agoDrugs and violence persist at prison, report saysA report by the prison inspectorate highlights problems including overcrowding at HMP Winchester.2 days ago2 days agoDrone drugs problem persists at prisonA new inspection of HMP Bullingdon finds drug availability is leading to increased violence.2 days ago2 days agoVenezuelan 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.2 days ago7 days agoPrisoner pleads not guilty to murderJonathan Alcide, who is accused of murder at Stoke Heath prison, is due to go on trial in September.7 days ago20 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 202618 May 2026Too many women leave prison with nowhere to liveAn inspection report follows an unannounced visit to HMP Downview earlier this year.18 May 2026...
