Latest News
HMP Perth Employability Academies Deliver Strong Outcomes and Pathways to Employment
Through strong partnerships with employers, colleges, and community organisations, HMP Perth's Employment Academies are enabling individuals to gain recognised skills, secure jobs, and build sustainable futures after release.
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Prison News
HMP Highland visitor information event
We're hosting an information event for families, friends and visitors of those in custody, who may be impacted by the move across to HMP Highland.
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Prison News
Grampian Prison Officer Recruitment Open Day
Information on the Prison Officer Recruitment Open Day being held at HMP & YOI Grampian
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Prison News
BBC coverage of the Unlocking Future Connections programme
A pioneering partnership between the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) and Amey has been featured by the BBC for its success in reducing reoffending while addressing skills shortages in the highways and construction sectors.
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Prison News
Graeme Young recognised for an outstanding career of public service
Graeme Young, Outreach Co-ordinator at HMP & YOI Grampian, has dedicated 35 years to the Scottish Prison Service, building a career across a range of roles focused on supporting rehabilitation and reintegration. As he now prepares to retire, his exceptional contribution has been honoured with a Certificate of Recognition from the Butler Trust.
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Staff News
Scotland’s Prisons Adopt New Pain‑Free Control and Restraint Approach
A new pain-free approach to Control and Restraint is being rolled out across Scottish prisons, following ta successful pilot.
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Prison News
SPS Welcomes Ministerial Accountability Board Final Report
The final report of the Ministerial Accountability Board (MAB) is published today, following ten months of independent oversight into the implementation of Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) recommendations relating to deaths in custody.
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Corporate Publications
Fatal Accident Inquiry recommendations: Post-Inspection Update
The Scottish Prison Service has published an update on work being undertaken to support the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.
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Corporate Publications
Restorative Justice Milestone at HMP Low Moss
Over 500 individuals in the prison have completed the Sycamore Tree Course, delivered by Prison Fellowship Scotland.
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Prison News