Prison


Sentencers can take into account pressures on prison population
(22/03/23) The issue has been in the news with a Court of Appeal judgment referring to sentencing and the impact of the current, very high prison population.

Deaths on remand
(06/03/23) The PPO has highlighted that court dates for trials and sentencing hearings are potential triggers for self-harm and suicide.

MoJ launch 'Rapid Deloyment Cells' to cope with prison demand
(03/03/23) The units can be built and rolled out at speed with a lifespan of around 15 years.

Prison population projected to soar
(23/02/23) The projected rise is partly driven by rising police officer numbers which are expected to increase charge volumes.