HM Prison Service2 days agoNew prison unsafe when it opened, says reportMitie, which runs HMP Millsike, says the inspection report is not "a fair or accurate reflection".2 days ago3 days agoAbout 700 prisoners to be freed on 1 October under revised early release plansThe new plan shows Andy Burnham's government kept the promised original schedule of how and when offenders will leave jail.3 days ago4 days agoSpaces in male prisons fall to lowest level of year, sources sayJails in England and Wales are nearing maximum capacity as the justice secretary prepares to give more details in the Commons on the early-release scheme to free inmates.4 days ago4 days agoGovernment wants to 'get out of prison crisis doom loop'The justice secretary says the early release of prisoners is part of a bigger plan to reform the prison service.4 days ago4 days agoConcerns over early release from prison and probation organisationsThe government's plans to release some prisoners early comes under scrutiny from the professional bodies that would have to implement the scheme.4 days ago17 Aug 2026Prison told to reduce inmate self-harmAn inspector finds a prison is making some progress after a previously "concerning" report.17 Aug 20268 Aug 2026Play keeps spotlight on jail where 'they don't seem to care'The production tells the story of three men who died at HMP Woodhill in Milton Keynes.8 Aug 20263 Aug 2026Prison criticised for restraining 'comatose' manThe Prison Service says it has strengthened its guidance to staff on the use of restraints.3 Aug 20263 Aug 2026Man accused of murdering neighbour dies in prisonA watchdog investigates the death of Christopher Brooks who was charged with murder after a fire.3 Aug 2026...