UK prisons2 days agoEarly release of hundreds of prisoners beginsThe first of up to 390 prisoners are being freed early in an attempt to ease overcrowding in jails.2 days agoScotland Politics2 days ago'Tough on crime' policies behind prison crisis, says reviewThe independent review says successive governments made "knee jerk" decisions to issue longer prison sentences.2 days agoUK7 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 agoScotland5 Feb 2025New Barlinnie prison costs double to almost £1bnThe replacement HMP Glasgow will open in 2028, three years later than originally planned.5 Feb 2025Glasgow & West Scotland3 Feb 2025HMP Dartmoor could be shut for three years - unionThe closure of the jail is costing the Devon economy millions of pounds, business leaders say.3 Feb 2025Devon21 Jan 2025Charity condemns 'truly squalid' prison conditionsWinchester Prison was described as "unsafe" after a visit by HM Inspectorate of Prisons in October.21 Jan 2025Hampshire & Isle of Wight20 Jan 2025Two deaths at privately-run prison within 15 daysThe Prisons and Probation Ombudsman says Reece Pryce died at HMP Five Wells on Christmas Day.20 Jan 2025Northamptonshire14 Jan 2025Prison drone drops 'threat to national security' Inspectors say drones were used to deliver drugs, weapons and even takeaway food to HMP Manchester.14 Jan 2025Manchester14 Jan 2025Future of Dartmoor prison rests on spending reviewWork at the prison depends on the government's upcoming spending review, the prison service says.14 Jan 2025England
