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The experiences of adult black male prisoners and black prison staff

Published:
This thematic review explores the experiences of prisoners who identify as black men and what can be done to create opportunities for respectful communication and mutual understanding between black prisoners and staff.

HMP/YOI Isis

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP/YOI Isis by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (23–24 August and 5–16 September 2022)

Derwentside Immigration Removal Centre

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of Derwentside Immigration Removal Centre by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (8 – 25 August 2022)

HMP Lancaster Farms

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Lancaster Farms by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (15–26 August 2022)

HMYOI Feltham A

Published:
Report on an independent review of progress at HMYOI Feltham A by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (10-19 October 2022)

HMP Exeter Urgent Notification

Published:
Urgent Notification letter, issued on 18 November 2022

HMP Liverpool

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Liverpool by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (18–19 and 25–29 July 2022)

HMP/YOI Rochester

Published:
Report on an independent review of progress at HMP/YOI Rochester by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (20-22 September 2022)

HMP/YOI Portland

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP/YOI Portland by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (25 July and 1–5 August 2022)

HMYOI Werrington

Published:
Report on an independent review of progress at HMYOI Werrington by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (12-22 September 2022)