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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.

Nursery worker admits 26 child sex offences in London

Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing children as young as three at a West Hampstead nursery. Police found over 25,000 indecent images. A dedicated NSPCC helpline is available for support.

40% of UK Teens Report Abuse in Intimate Relationships

A new survey of 11,000 teenagers in England and Wales exposes widespread emotional and physical abuse in young relationships, affecting mental health and school attendance. Urgent calls for better education.

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.

Bolsonaro Begins 27-Year Prison Sentence for Coup

Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro starts a 27-year prison term for leading a failed coup attempt after losing the 2022 election. Read the full story for details on his conviction and incarceration.

Maxwell's Club Fed Privileges Reveal Unequal Justice

Ghislaine Maxwell receives unprecedented privileges in US prison system while ordinary inmates suffer. Investigation reveals special treatment including unlimited toilet paper and puppy playtime.

Three prison officers stabbed in inmate attack

Three prison officers were injured, two hospitalised, after being stabbed with an improvised weapon by an inmate at HMP Isle of Wight. Police are investigating the serious assault.

Archbishop Apologises to Clergy Abuse Survivors

New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond apologises to survivors of clergy abuse during a bankruptcy hearing for a $230m settlement. Discover the case details and what happens next.

Bolsonaro faces imminent prison sentence in Brazil

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces imminent incarceration after receiving a 27-year sentence for attempting to annihilate democratic institutions. Discover the dramatic downfall.

Drug dealer jailed after fist-bump arrest in Crawley

Jamie Gabriel, 28, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for supplying cocaine and cannabis in Crawley. The dealer was caught after officers witnessed him fist-bumping customers. Read the full story.

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