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  • 16 jails to receive X-ray scanners

    Tough new security measures will be introduced at 16 of the most challenging jails – a major part of the government’s crackdown on crime behind bars.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Extension of Peter Clarke’s tenure as HM Chief Inspector of Prisons

    The Secretary of State has announced the extension of Peter Clarke’s tenure as Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Prisons.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Employment hotline opens for offenders in Scotland’s largest prison

    Prisoners in Scotland’s largest prison are to receive enhanced employment support in a bid to reduce re-offending rates in Scotland.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Serious violent and sexual offenders to spend longer in prison

    Serious violent and sexual criminals will face more time behind bars under Government plans to better protect the public and restore confidence in the justice system.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Tougher sentencing and monitoring in government overhaul of terrorism response

    Tougher sentences, an end to early release and a review of the management of convicted terrorists announced to strengthen the UK’s response to terrorism.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • ‘Helen’s Law’ returns to Parliament

    Murderers and paedophiles who refuse to disclose information about their victims could spend longer behind bars as a bill to enact ‘Helen’s Law’ enters Parliament today (8 January 2020).

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • 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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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Prisoner escort contracts awarded

    New prisoner escort contracts have been awarded which will see the introduction of a modern fleet of vehicles and innovative monitoring technology.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • 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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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Prisons receive £156 million maintenance boost

    Significant new money for pressing maintenance.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Helen’s Law takes vital step closer

    Murderers and paedophiles who hold back information on their victims could spend longer behind bars as a bill to enact ‘Helen’s Law’ enters parliament today (15 October 2019).

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Scheme giving ex-offenders a stable place to live up and running

    Ex-offenders in the scheme will live in dedicated accommodation for up to 2 years, having received tailored support in the lead up to their release date.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Building work starts on new Wellingborough jail

    Justice Secretary, Rt Hon Robert Buckland QC MP, attended a ceremonial groundbreaking event at the new prison site in Wellingborough today (17 September) to formally celebrate the construction which began earlier this year.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • 1,400 new prison places approved at Full Sutton

    Jail is the first milestone in the Prime Minister’s pledge for 10,000 new prison places.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • 10 Prisons Project sees drops in violence and drugs

    Statistics show drug use halved and a 16% reduction in assaults.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Signs of improvement at Feltham as population is reduced by over a third

    The Ministry of Justice announces plans to address the serious issues identified at HMYOI Feltham A, including extra staff training and limiting the population.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Parole Board triples its diversity

    A recruitment campaign in the North of England has seen a record number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates appointed to become Parole Board members.

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  • £100 million crackdown on crime in prison

    Airport-style security and cutting-edge technology to crack down on criminal activity in prisons.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • 10,000 extra prison places to keep the public safe

    Programme of up to £2.5 billion will fund modern and efficient prisons.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Pay rise for prison officers 2019: statement by Robert Buckland

    Today I have announced this year’s pay rise for prison staff - the highest consolidated increase for more than 10 years.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government