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498 reports

HMP Wealstun

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Wealstun by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (3 – 14 October 2022)

HMP Isle of Wight

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Isle of Wight by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (20 September – 7 October 2022)

HMP Brixton

Published:
Report on an independent review of progress at HMP Brixton by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (21-23 November 2022)

HMP Winchester

Published:
Report on an independent review of progress at HMP Winchester by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (14-16 November 2022)

HMP/YOI Norwich

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP/YOI Norwich by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (30–31 August and 12–16 September 2022)

Zimbabwe escort and removals

Published:
Detainees under escort: Inspection of escort and removals to Zimbabwe by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (7-8 September 2022)

HMP Northumberland

Published:
Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Northumberland by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (22–23 August and 5–8 September 2022)

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)