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Reports published 2 February

Published:

HMP Whitemoor

Type of inspection: Full inspection

Dates of inspection: 13–23 October 2025

Summary of findings: Whitemoor was doing a difficult job reasonably well but leaders needed to address some significant issues. The daily routine was inadequate; prisoners could not get to education, drug testing or hospital appointments consistently. There were not enough places in education, skills and work, and attendance was poor. The lack of purposeful activity made it difficult for prisoners to demonstrate progress.

Points to note: Progress had been made in developing staff skills and supporting well-being, with investments in training, coaching, and mentoring.

Read the report: Whitemoor