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Ian Watkins attacked in prison alongside two paedophiles

Notorious child abuser Ian Watkins and two other convicted paedophiles were violently assaulted in HM Prison Wakefield, raising serious questions about prison safety and the treatment of high-profile sex offenders.

Paedophile Ian Watkins denied prison transfer request

Notorious child sex offender Ian Watkins has been refused a prison transfer from high-security HMP Wakefield in his latest attempt to secure less restrictive conditions, as authorities confirm the disgraced rock singer remains behind bars.

Lostprophets Singer Ian Watkins Attacked in Prison

Notorious child sex offender and former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has been violently assaulted at HMP Wakefield, raising serious questions about prisoner safety in Britain's most secure facility.

Starmer's prison visit ignites political firestorm

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism after visiting HMP Liverpool and HMP Hindley, with opponents questioning his motives ahead of the general election. The controversial visit has ignited debates about prison conditions and political opportunis

Murder suspect dies in Bristol prison cell

A man accused of murdering his mother and three young children has died in custody at HMP Bristol, sparking multiple investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Child killer Paul Mosley dies in Derby prison fire

Notorious child murderer Paul Mosley has died following a cell fire at HMP Derby, marking a tragic end for the 58-year-old convicted killer serving life for horrific crimes against a young girl.

Three inmates die as prison staff fail suicide watch

A damning report reveals shocking failures at Pentonville Prison where three prisoners took their own lives while staff supposed to be on 24-hour suicide watch were found asleep, reading, or absent from their posts.

Britain's Longest-Serving Prisoner: 55 Years in Solitary

Exclusive: Robert Mawdsley, 70, has spent 55 years in solitary confinement for horrific crimes committed behind bars. Dubbed 'Hannibal the Cannibal', this model prisoner now spends his days writing poetry and studying philosophy, yet has never sought free

1984 Miners' Strike Artefacts Saved for the Nation

A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.

Paedophile prison officer takes own life after release

A prison officer and convicted paedophile, Matthew McVey, committed suicide after his release from HMP Grampian, terrified his dark secret would be revealed. The 32-year-old had been convicted of raping a young girl.

Mother jailed for son's truancy released from prison

Rebecca Butterfield, the mother infamously imprisoned for her son's persistent truancy, has been released from HMP Styal. Her case ignited a national debate on the criminalisation of parents and the education system's failings.

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