Bedford Prison in special measures over safety concerns Posted by Prison Widow Global on June 02, 2018 Bedford Prison has been placed in special measures, according to the Prison Officers Association (POA).Spokesman Martin Field said an "exodus of experienced staff" had meant violence at the prison was now "an everyday occurrence".He added the prison service had not learned the lessons of a riot in November 2016 which caused £1m of damage to two wings.The Ministry of Justice said the jail "needs additional, specialist support".
Businesses urged to give ex-offenders a 'leg up' by employing them Posted by KATE ADMIN on May 24, 2018