Scottish Prison Service News http://www.sps.gov.uk The latest news from the Scottish Prison Service Copyright (c) 2011 Scottish Prison Service en 1440 admin@sps.gov.uk.com A prisoner has died whilst on home leave. http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4748.aspx A prisoner from HMP Castle Huntly, whilst on home leave has died.

]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Solicitor jailed for smuggling attempt at HMP Edinburgh http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Man_caught_by_joint_intelligence_operation_Edinburgh.aspx A solicitor who attempted to smuggle contraband into HMP Edinburgh has been jailed.

]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Top athletes throw weight behind celebration of sport at Shotts http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Celebration_of_Sport_marks_magazine_launch.aspx A PAIR of top disabled athletes provided valuable insight and experience to a celebration of sport at HMP Shotts - held to mark the launch of a new anti-discrimination magazine at the prison.

]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Holyrood conference hears CEO's vision for future of the SPS http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Holyrood_conference_hears_CEOs_vision_for_future_of_the_SPS.aspx COMMUNITIES have a "key role to play" in the successful reintegration of prisoners back in to society - by recognising that offenders have "paid a debt" once they have been released from custody.

]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death In Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4713.aspx A prisoner from HM Prison Glenochil died in Forth Valley Hospital on Thursday 9th May 2013.  

]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4709.aspx
A prisoner from HM Prison Edinburgh died in Edinburgh Royal Infirmary on Saturday 4th May 2013.

]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Ground-breaking new initiative for young people in custody takes crucial step forward http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Improving_Life_Chances_for_Young_People.aspx THE Scottish Prison Service's Chief Executive has promised that 'the SPS will be a catalyst for change' to improve learning and skills for young people in custody as a new initiative to transform Polmont HMYOI was launched today (Wednesday).

]]> Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Exhibition showcases first stage of ambitious history project http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/History_of_Barlinnie_exhibition.aspx THE first stage of a project exploring 130 years of Glasgow's famous HMP Barlinnie was showcased in a multi-media exhibition of prisoners' work this week.

]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Award-winning PrisonWatch scheme launches at HMP Perth http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/PrisonWatch_launches_HMP_Perth.aspx An award winning initiative which aims to keep communities safer and enlist residents in the fight against contraband being smuggled into prisons has now launched at HMP Perth

]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4635.aspx A prisoner from HM Prison Edinburgh died in the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh

]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Young offenders enjoy success in national competition http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Money_for_Life_success_for_Polmont.aspx YOUNG offenders at Polmont have proven that they understand the importance of sensible budgeting and money management after enjoying success in a national competition.

]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Donations presented as new gym unveiled at Cornton Vale http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/HMP_Cornton_Vale_gym_refurb_unveiled.aspx PRISONERS and staff at HMP Cornton Vale marked the opening of a newly refurbished gym by presenting donations to three deserving causes.

]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Exceptional SPS staff honoured at Edinburgh Castle ceremony http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Cabinet_Secretary_for_Justice_Awards_Ceremony.aspx DELIVERING a baby in the back seat of a car, rescuing a prisoner from a cell blaze, and saving the life of a suicidal offender saw exceptional Scottish Prison Service staff honoured at an awards ceremony in Edinburgh Castle.

]]> Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Bravery awards presented to heroic prison staff http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/HMP_Perth_Meritorious_Awards.aspx TWO members of staff at HMP Perth have been honoured for their bravery in defusing a dangerous incident involving an armed prisoner.

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT A healthy approach earns HMP Shotts team a top award http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Healthy_Working_Lives_Award_HMP_Shotts.aspx A TEAM of staff dedicated to promoting healthier lifestyles within HMP Shotts has been recognised with a top NHS award.

]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4573.aspx A prisoner has died in HMP Barlinnie Wednesday 27th March 2013.

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The SPS and Education Scotland work together for young offenders http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/The_SPS_and_Education_Scotland_work_together_on_young_offenders.aspx The Scottish Prison Service and Education Scotland have held the latest phase of discussions on how to create more training opportunities for young offenders to get skills which will contribute to their successful reintegration back into their communities.

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT New Standards for Encouraging Family Contact Published http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/New_Standards_for_Encouraging_Family_Contact.aspx The Scottish Prison Service recognise that children and families have an important role to play in positively motivating those in custody to change their lives.

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners take to the airwaves at HMP Edinburgh http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Prisoners_take_to_the_airwaves_at_HMP_Edinburgh.aspx HMP Edinburgh has been going 'Radio Ga-ga' after launching a new project aimed at giving a fresh voice to prisoners and their families.

]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT New Equality and Diversity guide for prisoners launched http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/NewEqualityandDiversityguideforprisonerslaunched.aspx A NEW easy-to-read guide for female offenders in HMP and YOI Cornton Vale has been created to help prisoners access 'Equality and Diversity' services.

]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT PrisonWatch recognised at palace awards ceremony http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/PrisonWatch_partners_recognised_at_awards_ceremony.aspx THE team behind the hugely successful PrisonWatch scheme at HMP Edinburgh received a Royal seal of approval after travelling to Buckingham Palace to be presented with an award this week.

]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Prison officer travelled Far East to experience life behind bars http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/PO_experienced_life_behind_bars_in_Japan.aspx A Scottish prison officer who supported death row inmates and learned martial arts during a Rotary-funded trip to Japan has revealed all about his unforgettable experiences.

]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners joined forces with poets and educators to promote International Women’s Day http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Cornton_Vale_stages_Women_of_Words_event.aspx FEMALE prisoners in Stirling joined millions of people across the world in marking International Women's Day by championing women's rights and achievements through the power of creative arts.

]]> Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Young offenders boost financial skills with support from UK awards scheme http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Money_For_Life_Projects_Recognised.aspx MAKING the most of their money can be a difficult juggling act for young offenders - both in custody and after release.

]]> Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4521.aspx A prisoner from HMP Glenochil died in Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert on Wednesday (February 27th).

]]> Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4518.aspx A prisoner from HMP Addiewell died at St John's Hospital in Livingston yesterday (Monday, February 25th).

]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT SPS invests in 'through-care' pilot service at HMP Greenock http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/HMP_Greenock_Throughcare_Service.aspx A NEW pilot 'through-care' service to extend the supportive role of SPS staff beyond the prison gates and into communities has been launched at HMP Greenock.

]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Our response to HMCIP report on HMYOI Polmont http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Press_Release_Polmont_HMCIP_Report.aspx HMIP has today (February 20) published his report into HMYOI Polmont.

]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Education event explored impact on prisoners' children http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/HMP_Edinburgh_Families_Outside_Education_Event.aspx MORE than 30 educators learned about the impact that imprisonment can have on the children and families of offenders at an awareness event in HMP Edinburgh.

]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Theatre group commended for work with Barlinnie prisoners http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/TheatreNemoBarlinnieAward.aspx A COMMUNITY theatre group which supports people with mental health issues has been highly praised for its rehabilitation work within HMP Barlinnie.

]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners and staff pay tribute to genocide victims http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Holocaust_Memorial_Day_2013_HMPAddiewell.aspx PRISONERS and staff at HMP Addiewell marked Holocaust Memorial Day by creating a moving display featuring the names of genocide victims.

]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Charity raises awareness of dyslexia on Polmont airwaves http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Dyslexia_Scotland_Hits_Polmont_Airwaves.aspx YOUNG offenders involved in the hugely successful radio station at HMYOI Polmont held a live interview with two guests from a charity that promotes awareness of dyslexia.

]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Holocaust victim's moving journals brought to life for prisoners http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/US_Performer_Visits_Prisons.aspx PRISONERS learned about the horrors of the Holocaust when an American performer staged her powerful one-woman play at establishments across Scotland.

]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Inspiring prison instructor shortlisted for national award http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/InspiringFitnessInstructor.aspx A FITNESS instructor at Scotland's only female prison has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award for his excellent work in encouraging young prisoners to embrace exercise.

]]> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners sing to the tune of £3,000 for charity http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Prison_choir_supports_Shelter_Scotland.aspx A four-track EP featuring a prison choir has raised over £3,000 for housing and homelessness charity Shelter Scotland.

]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4415.aspx

A prisoner from HMP Perth died at Perth Royal Infirmary yesterday (Wednesday, January 23rd).

]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Death in custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4418.aspx A prisoner at HMP Glenochil died in custody yesterday (Wednesday, January 23rd).

]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT US students explore life beyond bars http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/American_students_visit_SPS.aspx A BEHIND-the-scenes tour of Scotland's prison system was enjoyed by a group of American students this week as part of a month-long exploration of the UK's criminal justice system.

]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Serving prisoner caught by multi-agency drugs operation http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/OperationLaurelSuccess.aspx A SERVING prisoner has been given further jail time after a joint police and prison service operation revealed that he was one of four men responsible for a large-scale distribution of drugs across the UK.

]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Top city gallery showcases prisoners' artwork http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/InvernessGalleryDisplaysPrisonersWork.aspx LIFE beyond prison walls is the theme of a new art exhibition showcasing the work of inmates from HMP Inverness at a city centre gallery.

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Young offenders help inject cash into children's hospital http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Charity_Mingle_Cornton_Vale.aspx A CHILDREN'S hospital is to receive hundreds of pounds towards vital medical equipment and improvements thanks to young offenders and staff at HMP Cornton Vale.

]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Long-serving prison governor honoured with OBE http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Prison_governor_recognised_in_New_Year_Honours_List.aspx A GOVERNOR who has dedicated more than 35 years to the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has been recognised in the Queen's New Year's Honours List.

]]> Mon, 31 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Coffee morning brews up funds for Macmillan http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Coffee_Morning_Macmillan.aspx A COFFEE morning and book sale organised by Scottish Prison Service staff raised more than £200 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

]]> Fri, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Deathincustody.aspx A prisoner from HMP Edinburgh died in custody on December 25th 2012.

]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners' crafts boost Christmas toy appeal http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/HMPAddiewell_supports_charities.aspx DISADVANTAGED children will be gifted with Christmas presents thanks to 'crafty' prisoners at HMP Addiewell who made festive cards to raise a timely donation.

]]> Mon, 24 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prison staff honoured with bravery awards http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Chief_Executive_Awards_Ceremony.aspx TEN heroic staff have been honoured with awards by the head of the Scottish Prison Service for their "exceptional" performances in the line of duty.

]]> Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Charity donates copies of ex-addict's inspiring tale http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Book_donation_North_East.aspx CHRISTIAN charity Teen Challenge has teamed up with an ex-addict to place copies of his hard-hitting autobiography in the hands of every North East prisoner.

]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Our Twitter policy http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Social_Media_Policy.aspx The Twitter account @ScottishPrisons is managed by the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) communications team.

]]> Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners and staff make a Mo-vellous donation http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/HMP_Aberdeen_Movember.aspx A GROUP of staff and prisoners at HMP Aberdeen became a bristly bunch last month to raise funds for a local cancer charity.

]]> Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prison choir lends talent to charity EP http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Prison_Choir_CD.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Permanent Secretary enjoys 'stimulating' tour of HMP Barlinnie http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Permanent_Secretary_Visit.aspx A PARTNERSHIP scheme to boost the employability of prisoners departing HMP Barlinnie has been singled out for praise by Scotland's top civil servant.

]]> Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Outcome of SPSO investigation published http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Ombudsman_Report.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners' library project is a real page-turner http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Books_Behind_Bars_Exhibition.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT PrisonWatch launches at HMP Cornton Vale http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/PrisonWatch_HMP_Cornton_Vale.aspx Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Debate broadcast live from HMP Perth http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/Prisoners_Forum_2012.aspx Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Anti-violence project at HMP Greenock http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4273.aspx NEARLY 40 prisoners participated in a week-long initiative at HMP Greenock aimed at reducing knife crime and violence in Scotland’s communities.

]]> Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Incident at HMP Edinburgh http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4274.aspx Incident at HMP Edinburgh has concluded

]]> Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Chief Executive presents memorial lecture http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4269.aspx The Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service has become the latest influential figure to deliver the annual memorial lecture held in tribute to one of the UK’s leading criminologists.

]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4256.aspx Death in Custody at HMP Shotts

]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4237.aspx Death in custody at HMP Inverness

]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4232.aspx A prisoner from HM Prison Glenochil died in custody on Wednesday 19th September 2012.

]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT Launch of PrisonWatch at HMP Greenock http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4231.aspx HMP Greenock is the latest prison to launch PrisonWatch to encourage the public to report any suspicious activity around the prison

]]> Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4225.aspx A prisoner from HMP Edinburgh died in custody on 8 September 2012

]]> Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4224.aspx A prisoner from HMP Perth died at Ninewells Hospital on 7 September 2012

]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT Launch of PrisonWatch at HMP Polmont http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4222.aspx HMP Polmont is the latest prison to introduce the PrisonWatch scheme, designed to encourage public in reporting suspicious behaviour around prisons.

]]> Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT Top-team changes announced in SPS http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4221.aspx Chief Executive announces changes to his management team

]]> Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4207.aspx Death in Custody

]]> Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT SPS launch consultation exercise http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4196.aspx The Scottish Prison Service has today 6 August launched a consultation exercise on the options for the replacement of HMP Cornton Vale

]]> Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4151.aspx A prisoner from HMP Edinburgh died at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary on Saturday 30th June 2012. 

]]> Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4134.aspx A prisoner from HM Prison Shotts has died

]]> Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4133.aspx A prisoner has died at HM Prison Barlinnie

]]> Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT Appointment of new Chief Executive to the SPS http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4129.aspx Mr Colin McConnell takes up the post of Chief Executive in the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) today, Monday 28th May 2012.

]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4103.aspx A prisoner has died at Cornton Vale

]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Turkish delegation visit SPS http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4097.aspx Turkish delegation visit SPS

]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4093.aspx A prisoner from HMP Castle Huntly has died in Dundee Ninewells Hospital.

]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Strike Action 10th May 2012 http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4090.aspx Strike action affecting the Scottish Prison Service

]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Industrial Action - Thursday 10 May 2012 http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4092.aspx POA announce end of industrial action

]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prison Watch – Live in the North East http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4065.aspx New initative for Aberdeen and Peterhead

]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Womens Commission Report Published http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4041.aspx SPS inital response to Angiolini Report:

]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4032.aspx A prisoner has died at HMP Glenochil

]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT New prison opens http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-4007.aspx Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3957.aspx Death in Custody at HMP Barlinnie

]]> Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3936.aspx A prisoner from HMP Perth died at Ninewells Hospital

]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3913.aspx A prisoner has died at HM YOI Polmont

]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3896.aspx A prisoner died at HMP Shotts on 10 February 2011

]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3961.aspx A prisoner from HMP Perth has died at Perth Royal Infirmary

]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Paws for Progress http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3818.aspx Paws for Progress is a joint initiative between the SPS, Dogs Trust and University of Stirling

]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3735.aspx Death in custody

]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3728.aspx Death in Custody

]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3726.aspx Death in Custody

]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners Provide New Gate for Local Creche http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3672.aspx Prisoners from HM YOI Polmont have engineered a new gate for a local creche

]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3645.aspx A prisoner died at HMP Dumfries on 11 November 2011

]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3615.aspx A prisoner from HMP Kilmarnock died on 17 November 2011

]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3549.aspx A prisoner died at HM Prison Inverness on 7 November 2011

]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3531.aspx A prisoner from HM Prison Barlinnie died on Thursday 3 November 2011.

]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT HMP Grampian: Intention to award a contract http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3500.aspx The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) announced today that it intends to award a contract to Skanska Construction UK Limited to design and construct HMP Grampian in Peterhead.

]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Prisoners from HM YOI Polmont helping disadvantaged young Russian adults http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3480.aspx Prisoners from HM Young Offender Institute (HM YOI) Polmont have donated chess boards to children in Russia, with thanks to a partnership with the UK based Charity, Scotland Language Action Towards Education (SLATE).

]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Staff and Prisoners from HM Prison Barlinnie Raise Money for 'Help for Heroes' http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3474.aspx Staff and prisoners from HM Prison Barlinnie are raising money for ‘Help for Heroes' by competing in a 5 kilometre run and a tug-of-war on Friday 14th October.  The event coincides with Real Radio's ‘Help for Heroes' day.

]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3470.aspx A prisoner at HM Prison Castle Huntly collapsed on Friday 7 October 2011 and was subsequently taken to hospital where he later was pronounced dead.

]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Death in Custody http://www.sps.gov.uk/MediaCentre/News-3463.aspx A prisoner from HM Prison Perth died at Perth Royal Infirmary on Thursday 6 October 2011.

]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT