UK prisons3 hrs agoWhat's next as PM pauses plan to release some prisonersAndy Burnham paused plans to release some prisoners early from September. BBC's Nick Eardley explains what can happen in the next few months.3 hrs ago3 hrs agoWhat could happen to prisoner early release scheme now PM has paused it?The PM's decision comes after a police officer's widow said the possible early release of his killers was "deplorable".3 hrs ago6 hrs agoPC Harper's mum on possible early release of killersDebbie Aldman says her son has not been given "proper justice".6 hrs ago3 days agoOvercrowding at prison has led to 'insidious consequences', inspectors findInspectors found that HMP Low Moss substance team had a high caseload and inmates reported that staff were bullying or assaulting prisoners.3 days ago4 days ago'I'm petrified my rapist could be released early'Jade Belgrove shares her fears with the BBC, having waived her legal right to anonymity.4 days ago13 Jul 2026Limited UK prison space delays Jersey transfersSenator Helen Miles says 12 prisoners have been waiting for a UK transfer for 10 months.13 Jul 202611 Jul 2026Prison's weekend mental health care criticisedA coroner calls for seven-day-a-week care following the suicide of an inmate at Haverigg.11 Jul 20269 Jun 2026Violence high and drugs 'rife' says prison reportIt highlights concerns about HMP Woodhill in Milton Keynes, but says the governor is taking action.9 Jun 20266 Jun 2026'Housing for released prisoners is a major issue'HMP Norwich's governor says more than a dozen prisoners leave each month without a home to go to.6 Jun 2026...
