UK prisons22 hrs agoJail 'challenged' by drugs, say inspectorsThe jail houses foreign nationals, most of whom are deported after their sentences have ended.22 hrs agoOxfordshire7 days agoPrison rehabilitation scheme helps more than 1,500A training centre at HMP Standford Hill, on the Isle of Sheppey, aims to teach inmates trade skills.7 days agoKent17 Jun 2025Increasing violence at prison, inspectors findInspectors found a high number of medical emergencies linked to drugs at HMP Lowdham Grange.17 Jun 2025Nottinghamshire16 Jun 2025More than 150 violent offenders released early in ScotlandThe Scottish Prison Service reveals 312 inmates were allowed out of jail to free up space in February and March.16 Jun 2025Scotland11 Jun 2025Prison cells made permanent to ease 'crisis'The prison population has doubled in the past 30 years nationally, reports the LDRS. 11 Jun 2025Surrey4 Jun 2025Prison officer smuggled drugs even after arrestChelsea Kemp, from Bletchley, is sentenced to eight and a half years behind bars.4 Jun 2025England2 Jun 2025Prison officers should be armed, say ConservativesThe party said secure armouries should be introduced at maximum security jails and used as a last resort.2 Jun 2025Politics30 May 2025Early prisoner release plan worries police chiefEssex Police's Ben-Julian Harrington says the policy will heap pressure on his officers and staff.30 May 2025Essex28 May 2025Senior police raise concern over early prisoner release plansSenior officers sent a letter to the Ministry of Justice before the announcement on sentencing changes last week. 28 May 2025UK...