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First prisons get tough new security measures
Seven jails are set to receive innovative new equipment to tackle the smuggling of drugs, phones and weapons behind bars.
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New digital forensics unit boosts crackdown on crime in jails
A new digital forensics unit and expanded digital investigations team will crack down on criminal activity involving devices smuggled into jails.
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Prisons receive £156 million maintenance boost
Significant new money for pressing maintenance.
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We carry out sentences given by the courts, in custody and the community, and rehabilitate people in our care through education and employment.
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