Transparency data

HMPPS Unlocked Graduates Scheme

Information relating to the retention outcomes for cohorts of participants in the Unlocked Graduates (UG) Scheme for Prison Officers.

• From: HM Prison and Probation Service and The Rt Hon David Lammy MP
• Published: 15 January 2026

This was published under the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

HMPPS Unlocked Graduates Scheme Prison Officer Retention Outcomes

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Unlocked Graduates Scheme - Data Tables

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Details

The UG scheme is a two-year graduate development scheme, designed to recruit graduates and develop them into outstanding prison officers whilst building capability of attaining more senior positions within HMPPS.

Published 15 January 2026