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Information on the Prison Officer Recruitment Open Day being held at HMP & YOI Grampian 

  • Prison News

People travelling from Scottish islands are receiving financial support to visit loved ones in prison

Teresa Medhurst has hailed the work of SPS staff – as the country heads towards its highest ever prison population.

The newly published Annual Report and Accounts 2024-25 show that on 4 March, Scotland recorded the second highest number in custody ever.

  • Press Release

Information on the Prison Officer Recruitment Open Day being held at HMP Inverness

  • Prison News

Four members of staff have been formally recognised for their exceptional bravery and professionalism, following a serious incident at HMP Barlinnie.

  • Prison News

This year, we have delivered a new strategy, Learning for a Better Future, and developed a new contract. Now, after working successfully with Fife College since 2017, we have procured a new provider, in PeoplePlus Group.

  • Press Release

The Scottish Prison Rules are being made available in an Accessible, plain English form for the first time.

  • Press Release

Young men in our care at HMP & YOI Polmont recently donated £40,000 to four very important charities across Scotland, in an innovative 'Dragon's Den'-style giveaway.

  • Prison News

The growing number of older people in prison and the challenges this presents has been highlighted in the media. STV news visited HMP Glenochil and spoke with Prison Officers about their experiences working with an ageing prison population.

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