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Linda Pollock appointed as next Chief Executive
Angela Constance, Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs, congratulated Ms Pollock and paid tribute to Teresa Medhurst's "40 years of dedicated service".
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Staff News
Tribute to SPS search dogs unveiled
A new statue has been installed at the Scottish Prison Service College to honour the service and dedication of SPS search dogs.
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Prison News
HMP Edinburgh recognised for commitment to bereavement support
The establishment has been awarded a Bereavement Charter Mark for the way it supports the prison community with loss and grief.
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Prison News
Low Moss wins Platinum Koeslter Award
HMP Low Moss have received a Platinum Award in recognition of their submissions to the 2025 Koestler Arts Awards
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Prison News
New Prisoner Escort Contract Announced
Following a comprehensive and competitive procurement process, Scotland’s next prisoner escort contract has been awarded to Mitie Care & Custody Ltd (MCCL)
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Press Release
HMP Glasgow Business Case summary is published
A business case setting out the “significant opportunities” HMP Glasgow will bring has been published by the Scottish Prison Service.
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Major Projects
New approach to supporting people in custody and keeping them safe
SPS shares new Suicide Prevention Pathway, setting out a bold and compassionate vision for supporting people in custody.
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Prison News
New research published on Community Custody Units
A new report on the Bella Centre, in Dundee, and the Lilias Centre, in Glasgow, has been published
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Press Release
Barlinnie staff take part in Autism Reality Experience
Over 70 staff in HMP Barlinnie have experienced a unique, immersive training programme to enhance their understanding of how autistic people might experience the prison environment.
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Prison News