Category: Press notices and releases
Reports published 13 April
Too few prisoners benefitting from exercise and sport
A new findings paper from HM Inspectorate of Prisons has highlighted that men and women have limited access to physical activity in prison, despite its proven ability to help fitness and mental health, improve relationships and behaviour, and support rehabilitation.
Reports published 30 March
Too little support for increased number of remand prisoners
Prisoners awaiting trial or sentencing have poorer outcomes than those serving a sentence, according to a findings paper from HMI Prisons.
Inspectors praise positive outcomes for prisoners held at Magilligan Prison
Inspectors have praised the Governor and the collective efforts of the leadership and staff team at Magilligan Prison for the rehabilitative environment they have developed and the positive outcomes delivered for prisoners in their care in a new report published today (26 March 2026).
Violence and drugs: Chief Inspector of Prisons warns of serious failings in two prisons holding some of the most dangerous offenders
Chief Inspector puts HMP Woodhill into special measures and publishes shocking report about HMP Swaleside.