Prison reform3 days agoWatchdog calls for better end-of-life care at jailPrison watchdog finds The Verne in Portland, Dorset, could benefit from an end-of-life care unit.3 days agoDorset7 days agoVictims being ignored by early release, says charityA support organisation says victims feel "deprioritised" as almost 400 prisoners are set to be released early.7 days agoScotland11 Feb 2025Prison boss: I'd struggle to survive my own jailMichael Stoney said new early release laws were necessary for staff and inmates at Barlinnie prison in Glasgow.11 Feb 2025Glasgow & West Scotland12 Jan 2025Play shines light on heartbreak of jailed mothers"It's emotional, raw and a powerful dramatisation based on real-life stories," says researcher.12 Jan 2025Beds, Herts & Bucks17 Nov 2024'This wasn't our crime': Parental imprisonment and the children left behindWoman's Hour on Radio 4 has spoken to those affected by a parent being sent to prison. 17 Nov 2024UK2 Nov 2024Prisoners stage second protest over conditions at HMP GlenochilThe BBC understands prisoners want more activities that take them outside their cells.2 Nov 2024Tayside & Central Scotland28 Oct 2024'I remember the screaming in Holloway Prison'As part of a new documentary, six women have returned to their old cells at Holloway Prison.28 Oct 2024London12 Oct 2024'She found a hellhole and called for reform'The men in charge "were flabbergasted" by the changes to inmates after her reforms, says an expert.12 Oct 2024England11 Oct 2024Why are there so many people in Scotland's jails?Scotland's prison population is again nearing a record high - but what can be done about it?11 Oct 2024Scotland