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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
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
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