News
IMB at HMP/YOI Winchester strongly criticise the treatment of men at the prison
The Board says that, despite the best efforts of staff, prisoners are not always treated humanely or fairly. Staff shortages have limited searches, leading to an increase in drugs and contraband, and hindering the building of productive relationships with prisoners. The Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) Annual Report says that the year to 31 May 2018 … Read more >
Stoke Heath 2017-18 annual report published today
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Sudbury 2017-18 annual report published today
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Poor state of accommodation at HMP Styal of concern to IMB
The Independent Monitoring Board at HMP Styal present their 2018 annual report. The Board reports that overall, prisoners are treated fairly and decently, but maintenance issues are a major cause for concern, with long delays in completing many items of routine maintenance as well as major projects to remedy the poor state of the mainly … Read more >
New Hall 2017-18 annual report published today
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Wealstun 2017-18 annual report published today
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Onley 2017-18 annual report published today
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Erlestoke 2017-18 annual report published today
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HMP Bedford – IMB statement in response to Urgent Notification
HMIP have announced their decision to issue an Urgent Notification in relation to HMP Bedford, following concerns raised by an inspection. The IMB have also had significant concerns and the Board at HMP Bedford has issued the following statement: “The Bedford IMB is sad, but not surprised, that an Urgent Notice has been served. … Read more >
Staff shortages and restricted regime at HMP Woodhill remain of grave concern to IMB
The Independent Monitoring Board at HMP Woodhill is saddened that serious concerns over staff shortages and restricted regimes highlighted in the reports of 2014 and 2015, worsened in 2016/17, continued and deepened during this reporting year. All grades of staff and all areas of the prison were affected. In its annual report, the HMP … Read more >