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IMBs launch a new National Monitoring Framework
We are pleased to confirm that the new National Monitoring Framework for Independent Monitoring Boards (IMBs) has now been published. The framework has been agreed by the IMBs’ national management board and endorsed by ministers and sets out the role of IMBs, the purpose and principles of monitoring and how this can have an impact … Read more >
Monitors compliment the staff on what has been achieved in the second year of operation as a prison for men convicted of sexual offences
The group of local volunteers who oversee the treatment of prisoners view with approval the progress made in establishing a regime in which prisoners are encouraged to undertake rehabilitation. They commend the dedication and professionalism of the staff, especially in the face of challenges posed by the COVID pandemic. In its 2019-20 annual report, IMB … Read more >
Independent monitors express serious concerns about the negative impact that COVID 19 restrictions are having on women’s physical and mental health
In its 2019-20 annual report Eastwood Park’s Independent Monitoring Board raises serious concerns about the effect that COVID 19 restrictions on social movement and lack of time out of cell are having on prisoners. This is despite staff working hard under difficult circumstances and significant pressure to support prisoners. The report also highlights the … Read more >
Forest Bank 2019-20 annual report published
The 2019-20 annual report for HMP Forest Bank is now published.
All change for Cumbria prison – despite Covid challenges
After over 50 years as a closed category C male training and resettlement establishment HMP Haverigg became a category D open prison in December 2019. Four residences were extensively refurbished and progressively recommissioned as the transfer of men from other prisons from all over England started to take place. The capacity of the prison is … Read more >
Prison monitors praise HMP Cardiff for protecting prisoners during COVID, but at a cost
In its annual report, published both in English and Welsh covering the year September 2019 to August 2020, Independent Monitors praised the managers and staff of HMP Cardiff for their work during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Despite all of the challenges posed by COVID, the prison has managed to keep infections at a low level … Read more >
Risley 2019-20 annual report published
The 2019-20 annual report for HMP Risley is now published.
Independent monitors at HMP Ford state that prisoners lose out in resettlement planning due to the virus
In their 2019-20 annual report, published today, independent monitors at HMP Ford raise the following concerns: The very restricted regime has led to challenges in safety within the prison due to illegal use of mobile phones, drugs and alcohol. Confused Government handling of prisoner furlough entitlement confirmed that the role of open prisons is … Read more >
Brinsford 2019-20 annual report published
The 2019-20 annual report for HMP Brinsford is now published.
Wayland 2019-20 annual report published
The 2019-20 annual report for HMP Wayland is now published.