The shocking truth about life in UK prisons
An exclusive look inside Britain's prison system reveals the harsh realities inmates face daily, from violence and drugs to mental health crises and overcrowding.
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Prison Officer: I've Sat Opposite 10 Mass Killers
A veteran prison officer reveals shocking insights from working with Britain's most notorious criminals, including serial killers and terrorists, in exclusive Mirror interview.
Lostprophets' Ian Watkins attacked in prison
Notorious child abuser and former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has been seriously assaulted at HMP Wakefield, raising serious questions about prisoner safety in Britain's most secure facility.
Lostprophets Singer Ian Watkins Targeted in Prison Attack
Exclusive details reveal the shocking prison assault on disgraced Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins, serving 29 years for horrific child sex offences, as new threats emerge within the UK prison system.
Paedophile singer Ian Watkins awarded prison bonus
Shocking revelation as Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins, convicted of horrific child sex offences, receives additional taxpayer money for following prison rules while serving 35-year sentence.
Secrets of HMP Wakefield: Inside Monster Mansion
Exclusive investigation reveals the grim reality of life inside Wakefield Prison, home to Britain's most dangerous criminals including serial killers and sex offenders.
Lostprophets Paedo Ian Watkins Attacked in Prison Again
Disgraced Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has been targeted in another brutal prison assault following revelations he received fan mail from supporters, as security concerns mount around the notorious sex offender.
Barghouti breaks silence, demands prisoner release from Israeli jail
Exclusive: Imprisoned Palestinian political figure Marwan Barghouti makes rare intervention from Israeli prison, demanding release of Palestinian detainees and calling for national unity during ongoing Gaza hostilities.
Trump Adviser Proposes Private Prison Funding Scheme
Corey Lewandowski suggests redirecting taxpayer money to private detention centres in explosive political proposal
Prison security crisis: Weight-loss jabs smuggled via drones
UK prisons face a dual smuggling epidemic as weight-loss injections like Mounjaro and sophisticated drones breach security, raising serious concerns about corruption and inmate health risks.
Foreign nationals underrepresented in UK prisons
Groundbreaking Ministry of Justice data shows foreign citizens make up smaller proportion of prison population than their share of general population, challenging common perceptions about crime and immigration.
Man trapped 9 years under abolished IPP sentence
Exclusive investigation reveals how Thomas White, sentenced to 10 months in 2015, remains detained nine years later under the controversial Imprisonment for Public Protection scheme.
Prisoner stabbed with homemade tuna can knives
Shocking prison violence erupts as inmate is brutally attacked with weapons crafted from tuna cans, exposing security failures in UK correctional facilities.
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.
Prison Officers Armed with Tasers Over Unprecedented Violence
In a historic move, UK prison officers are to be equipped with Tasers and enhanced body armour to combat an 'unprecedented' surge in attacks by inmates, as new figures reveal a dramatic rise in assaults.
Community Sentencing Crisis: Underfunding Risks Public Safety
The Guardian warns that chronic underfunding of community rehabilitation services is pushing the UK's justice system to breaking point, risking reoffending and public safety.
Philosophy in Prisons Cuts Reoffending and Bridges Divides
Groundbreaking study reveals philosophy classes in prisons are dramatically reducing reoffending rates and creating a powerful equalising effect among inmates from diverse backgrounds.
Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed
A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.
Innocent Woman Jailed 16 Months in Shocking Court Mistake
A British woman endured 16 months of wrongful imprisonment after being mistaken for her criminal father in a catastrophic court mix-up. Her harrowing story exposes critical flaws in the justice system.
Texas Boom Town Backlash: Cypress Revolts Against Construction
The Houston suburb of Cypress, once a quiet haven, is now the epicentre of a Texas-sized property boom. But as thousands of new homes sprout overnight, long-time locals are up in arms over crippling traffic, overcrowded schools, and the loss of their comm
Scotland's Prison Corruption Crisis Exposed
A bombshell report exposes systemic corruption within Scotland's prison service, revealing how organised crime gangs are exploiting staff to smuggle drugs and contraband, creating a national security emergency behind bars.
Farage slams 'paper mache' prisons in justice system attack
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on the UK's prison system, labelling jails as 'paper mache' and condemning the government's early release scheme as a dangerous failure.
Female Prisoners at Risk from Violent Trans Inmates
Exclusive: Disturbing reports emerge from UK prisons as female inmates face safety threats from violent transgender offenders housed in women's facilities. Whistleblowers reveal a systemic failure in risk assessment, sparking a national debate on prison p
Inside UK Prisons: Shocking Truth About Food and Violence
Former prisoners reveal the brutal reality of life behind bars in Britain's jails, from shocking food shortages and rampant violence to the ingenious ways inmates survive. An exclusive investigation into the UK's prison crisis.
UK Prisons Overcrowding Forces Early Inmate Release
The Ministry of Justice initiates emergency early release scheme for hundreds of prisoners to tackle severe overcrowding, as campaigners warn of dire conditions and public safety risks.
UK Prison System Failing on Rehabilitation, Report Warns
A damning new report reveals the catastrophic failure of the UK's prison system to rehabilitate inmates, leading to a vicious cycle of reoffending. Discover the urgent calls for a major overhaul focused on education, skills, and mental health support to t
Labour to Scrap Short Prison Sentences in Overhaul
Exclusive: Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils Labour's radical plan to abolish ineffective short jail terms, tackling the Tory-made prisons crisis head-on.
Texas Democrats Face Fury Over Immigration Jail Expansion Plan
Exclusive: Democratic lawmakers in Texas support expanding immigration detention facilities, sparking fury from progressive allies and human rights groups over broken campaign promises.
‘Cruel and Unusual’ Healthcare Exposed in US Private Prisons
A shocking congressional investigation reveals systemic medical neglect and preventable deaths within the US for-profit prison healthcare system, prompting calls for urgent reform.
Mum of six lives in 3-bed home with 12 people
A struggling mother of six shares her heartbreaking story of living in cramped conditions with 12 people in a three-bedroom house as the UK housing crisis worsens.
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