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Report published 6 October

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Report published on HMP Altcourse.

Comprehensive failures creating chaos, violence and fear at HMP Pentonville

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An inspection report on HMP Pentonville is published today, outlining the appalling treatment and conditions which led the Chief Inspector of Prisons to issue an Urgent Notification for improvement to the Secretary of State.

Reports published 29 September

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Reports published on HMP Wakefield and residential short-term holding facilities at Larne House, Manchester and Swinderby.

Outcomes remain worryingly poor for children in custody

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An annual review of survey responses from children in custody has revealed that many continue to feel unsafe, are failing to get to education and feel uncared for by staff.

Report published 22 September

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Report published on HMP & YOI Eastwood Park.

Reports published 15 September

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Report published on HMP Hewell.

Food allergies in prisons: a hidden health risk

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When we think about food in prison, allergies and other medical requirements probably aren’t the first thing that spring to mind. But for a number of prisoners, this is a daily concern. Researcher Emma King explores the challenges prisoners can have in accessing appropriate food, and the impact it can have on their physical and mental health.

Reports published 8 September

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Reports published on HMP Lewes and HMP Wormwood Scrubs.

Compassion and care: how court custody staff can shape detainees’ experience

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Lead inspector Kellie Reeve has seen much improvement since she first began inspecting court custody in 2014. She reflects on what has changed, and how positive relationships and a focus on detainee care can mitigate shortcomings.

Reports published 1 September

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Reports published on HMP Kirkham, Brook House Immigration Removal Centre and court custody facilities in Lincolnshire, Leicestershire & Rutland and Northamptonshire.