HMP Dartmoor Few UK prisons enjoy the reputation of HMP Dartmoor. Situated in an isolated position in the middle of the moors, the dramatic granite building is one of [...]
HMP Strangeways If you ever examine the Manchester skyline, one of the first features you’ll notice is the imposing 234 ft high chimney of Strangeways Prison. Originally opened in 1868, [...]
HMP Holloway HMP Holloway, one of the UK’s most notorious female-only prisons, is set to close this year, after being in operation for over 160 years. Ironically, just months ahead [...]
How Can We Break the Cycle of Reoffending in UK Prisons? The UK prison system is under considerable pressure at present – and one aspect which is of particular concern [...]
Gove’s Reform – and the Lingering Effects of Grayling on the Prison System Michael Gove was appointed Minister for Justice in May 2015. Initially, press coverage was sceptical about his [...]
Private Prisons – G4S to Sell Youth Prison Contracts After Scandal and Poor Performance After criticism in Ofsted reports and damning exposure on Panorama, G4S have finally announced their plans [...]
