Prison officer-inmate sex 'epidemic' exposed
Former prison guards claim inappropriate relationships are rife in UK jails, citing recent convictions and systemic failures. Read the full investigation.
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Prison staff jailed for inmate relationships
Two female prison workers have been sentenced to eight months for inappropriate relationships with prisoners, including sexual acts and erotic letters, undermining public trust.
ICE hiring spree faces scrutiny over vetting and AI errors
A massive ICE recruitment drive offering $50k bonuses is under fire after an AI blunder and a journalist's undercover application exposed serious vetting flaws. Read the full investigation.
US Prison Brutality Exposed: Calls for Urgent Reform
A former inmate reveals the systemic violence in US state prisons, highlighting shocking deaths and the fight for transparency. Discover why reform is critical now.
Ex-Prison Officer Reveals System Perpetuates Violence
A former prison officer details the brutal reality of UK prisons, arguing the system itself perpetuates violence. Read his powerful testimony and the urgent call for reform.
Hundreds More Federal Officers Sent to Minnesota
The US federal government is sending hundreds more officers to Minnesota following nationwide protests over the ICE killing of mother-of-three Renee Good. Read the latest on the escalating situation.
Three dead after Georgia prison 'possible riot'
Three inmates have died and a dozen were hospitalised after major fights at a Georgia state prison. Sheriff cites gang activity and drone smuggling as ongoing issues.
Met officers sentenced for casino sexual assault
Two Metropolitan Police officers have received suspended sentences for sexually assaulting a woman at a London casino. Read the full details of the case and the judge's condemnation.
£100m Dartmoor Prison lease deemed 'catastrophic'
The Ministry of Justice faces a £100m+ bill for a closed prison due to radon gas. Critics urge the Duchy of Cornwall to cancel the lease. Read the full story.
ICE Shooting in Minneapolis: Medics Blocked, Witnesses Say
Witnesses allege federal officers impeded emergency response after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis on 7 Jan. 2026. Full report on the incident and policy breach.
Freemason police officers defend membership amid Met rule
Freemason police officers say they fear for their careers after the Met Police required them to declare membership. They deny any special treatment, calling the move 'unfair'.
US Prison Food Crisis: Maggots, Rats and Punishment
A shocking new book reveals how US prisons use food as punishment, serving maggot-infested produce and mystery meat, creating a public health crisis for millions.
Three police killed in Turkey anti-IS raid
Six militants also dead after Turkish police storm house in Yalova. Interior Minister details nationwide crackdown following the fatal shoot-out. Read the latest.
Man shot by police in Thetford after crash and handgun report
A man was shot dead by armed police in Thetford, Norfolk, following a two-vehicle collision and reports he was carrying a handgun. The incident is under independent investigation.
Prisoner died after Covid monitoring failures at Wormwood Scrubs
An Ombudsman report reveals systemic healthcare failures at HMP Wormwood Scrubs after the death of Mehrban Hussain, who contracted Covid and died of pneumonia. The prison has accepted all recommendations.
Six Immigration Officers Charged Over Migrant Thefts
Six UK immigration officers face charges of stealing from migrants and money laundering. The defendants are due at Westminster Magistrates' Court in January. Read the full details.
Six Immigration Officers Face Theft and Laundering Charges
Six Home Office immigration officers are to appear in court accused of stealing from migrants and money laundering. Read the full details of the CPS prosecution.
Six Immigration Officers Face Serious Criminal Charges
Six UK immigration officers are to appear in court, charged with money laundering and conspiracy to steal from migrants. Five also face misconduct charges. Full details here.
Emergency visa extension for foreign prison staff
Hundreds of foreign prison officers have been granted a 12-month visa extension to prevent a staffing crisis. The move follows intense lobbying to avert system collapse.
Son's Prison Death: Mother Demands Justice and Reform
Sandy Ray's son Steven died after a beating in an Alabama prison. The guard was cleared and promoted. She shares her story in a new HBO documentary exposing systemic brutality.
Triple Cop Killer Harry Roberts Dies Aged 89
Harry Roberts, who murdered three police officers in 1966 and became one of Britain's longest-serving prisoners, has died. Read the full story of the Shepherd's Bush massacre.
Prison tutor's affair exposed by locked classroom door
A Chelmsford prison tutor admitted misconduct after a relationship with an inmate was discovered. The affair came to light when a colleague found their classroom locked from the inside.
Prison population forecast revised to 2030
The prison population in England and Wales is now projected to reach 100,000 by March 2030, a year later than expected. New MoJ data cites policy changes and early releases easing the immediate crisis.
Knife Arches and Self-Defence Training for Probation Staff
Exclusive: Probation officers in England and Wales are to receive self-defence training, bodycams, and knife arches following two serious stabbings in Oxford and Preston offices. Read the full story.
Sister's Fear as Prison Hunger Strike Enters Second Month
The sister of a hunger-striking prisoner linked to Palestine Action says she fears every call could be their last. As the protest enters its second month, families demand government action.
Life sentence prisoner earns law degree, aids fellow inmates
Ruth Kamande, serving life for murder in Kenya, earned a law degree in prison. She now uses her legal expertise to help incarcerated women and campaign for systemic reforms. Discover her remarkable story of redemption.
Prison officer, 19, admits sexual relationship with inmate
Alicia Novas, 19, and inmate Declan Winkless, 30, pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office at Northampton Crown Court. Sentencing is set for January 5.
Prison officer admits affair with inmate and smuggling
A 19-year-old prison officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct after having a sexual relationship with an inmate and smuggling cannabis and phones into HMP Five Wells. Both are due for sentencing in January.
Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell
A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.
Wandsworth Council accused of breaking crime pledge
Wandsworth Labour faces accusations of twisting a manifesto promise on law enforcement officers as a political row erupts over crime figures ahead of local elections.
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