I am registered on the Victim Notification Scheme
… someone is to be released, we will notify you of their new release date ahead of their release from custody. Where …
Where the offender is sentenced to less than 18 months
… registered, we will contact you again to advise you of the new release date …
What's it like to work there?
… days will be the same, and you'll be constantly learning new things and developing yourself. The team in Grampian …
Vicki, First Line Manager
… staff. We always work better when we work together. As a new officer you will be taught lots of theory as well as …
A career where no two days are the same, yet every day you can make a difference to your community.
… sure if it was for you? Decided you want to embark on a new career path? If you are interested in hearing more …
… expertise in anti-bullying strategies, work to develop a new strategy and reporting mechanism which delivers against …
… 10 ∆ We will design an implementation pathway for a new anti-bullying strategy for young people by December 2025. …
What and who are Throughcare services?
… they can access throughcare support from Upside, the new Voluntary Throughcare Service (led by Sacro ) for those …
Perth barbers complete mental health training
… approaching a person in distress. Keen to build on their new skills, Sharon then set up bespoke wellbeing sessions …
I cancelled my last virtual visit and now I can’t rebook—why?
… your booking on the Email a Prisoner website and request a new one. The prison will then review your request. …
A career where no two days are the same, yet every day you can make a difference to your community.
… sure if it was for you? Decided you want to embark on a new career path? If you are interested in hearing more …
What is it like to work at HMP Inverness?
… the same, and you’ll constantly be learning and developing new skills. We employ around 100 Prison Officers across …
Duncan, Catering Officer
… and support prisoners as they work allowing them to learn new skills is very fulfilling. On a day-to-day level, …
Support
… with lived experience, and other professionals, to produce new materials for those impacted by imprisonment. …
Consultation launched for new anti-bullying policy
… We are currently developing a new anti-bullying policy, aimed at strengthening our approach …
Duncan, Catering Officer
… those in our care as they work, allowing them to learn new skills is very fulfilling. On the daily, ensuring …
October - December
… Neil Divers, 75, of HMP Glenochil, has died on 7 October 2025. Andrew Temple, 60, of …
… Status: In progress Recommendation 14 (l-xi) ∆ Our new suicide prevention pathway will be piloted to test its …
Health Screening & Medical
… All new entrants will be subject to an occupational health …
Civil engineering academy launches at HMP Perth
… By extending the opportunity into custody, we are opening new pathways into meaningful careers for people who might not …
New approach to supporting people in custody and keeping them safe
… to be heard, understood, and supported to feel safe. “The new approach set out in Commitment to Change was developed …
January - March
… has died on 01 January 2026. Brian Mearns, 67, of HMP Glenochil, has died on 08 January 2026. Raymond Fleming, 67, …
Low Moss wins Platinum Koeslter Award
… people in custody to take part in the arts, learn new skills and gain the confidence to live creative, positive …
HMP Edinburgh recognised for commitment to bereavement support
… Fiona Cruickshanks, Governor in Charge, said: “Bereavement is hard enough for …
Tribute to SPS search dogs unveiled
… detection dogs have been unveiled at the SPS College. The new installations provide a permanent and fitting tribute to …
A career where no two days are the same, yet every day you can make a difference to your community.
… sure if it was for you? Decided you want to embark on a new career path? If you are interested in hearing more …
Change to release point for some short-term prisoners
… population has continued to rise rapidly, reaching a new record high in March 2026. In response to this, the …
I'm registered with the Victim Notification Scheme, will I be told if the offender's release date changes?
… change to your offender’s release date as a result of this new legislation, before they are released. Where a telephone …
Change to release point for some short-term prisoners
… population has continued to rise rapidly, reaching a new record high in March 2026. In response to this, the …
Complaints procedure
… to a Senior Manager (In prisons this will usually mean the Governor and in SPS Headquarters will mean the relevant …
Engineering
… invest in your development to allow you to learn and apply new skills which can include development into management …
Prisons across Scotland fall silent on Remembrance weekend
… In HMP Low Moss , two new poppy displays have been created. Made from recycled …
Prisons across Scotland fall silent on Remembrance weekend
… in the Memorial Garden outside the Chaplaincy Centre. A new wicker Piper figure made by local Artist June McEwan …
Sending money
… calendar picker. When you click "Generate Reference" your new reference number will be shown. Use your reference number …
After generating the reference number
… Use the following account number and sort code for the new payee: Account Name: Scottish Prison Service Prisoner …
Careers
… Update to Our Recruitment System! SPS has introduced a new recruitment system effective from 1 March 2026 . If you …
Beats behind bars at Barlinnie
… to write lyrics. For some this has been a completely new, but very effective way, of expressing their emotions, …
SPS showcases Community Custody Units on European stage
… five years, he was part of the team who developed SPS' new Strategy for Women in Custody and Community Custody Units …
… 1933 - Alterations to D hall and new office block built adjacent to the gate 1939 - Gymnasium …
… - Reception area reconstructed and V.T. introduced 1968 - New sheds complete 1972 - Special Unit in Female block (until …
Esteemed Regimes Officer Wins Prestigious Butler Trust Commendation
… of quality gifts for those in need.” David Abernethy, Governor of HMP Edinburgh, describes Colin as “a dream to …
Kind-hearted Chaplain Wins Prestigious Butler Trust Commendation
… deserves this distinguished recognition.” Mike Hebden, Governor of HMP & YOI Grampian, added: “Everyone at Grampian …
From A76
… Dumfries until you reach the Garroch Roundabout, where the new hospital will be sited, take the first exit sign posted …
Glenochil
… Lifelong Restriction (OLR). Prisoners are not committed to Glenochil direct from the courts but are admitted following …
History of the prison
… subsequently demolished and the site cleared ready for a new prison to be built. Construction started on the site in …
Identification required
… Below is a list of identification requirements at Glenochil, including facilities and what you can expect …
Family Centre
… The Front of House Area at HMP Glenochil has been re-developed to provide a Family Centre …
Visiting times
… note: Visit times are changing from 6 October 2025. The new timetable is included below, and sessions are available …
… in February 2012, to prepare land for the building of the new HMP & YOI Grampian. …
Grampian
… that HMP Aberdeen and HMP Peterhead were to close and one new prison would be built on part of the old Peterhead site, …
Comments/Complaints about the prison
… All written complaints should be addressed to the Governor who will then forward to the appropriate department …
Complaints/Comments
… Complaints / Comments can be made in writing to 'The Governor, HM Prison Inverness' at the above address. If we …
Identification Requirements
… their visitors of the day and time of the visit. All new visitors, visitors who have been released and are now in …
On arrival at Low Moss for a visit
… centre for any reason they will have to be processed as a new arrival if/when they wish to return. Low Moss can …
History of HMP Perth
… built on the site. The central tower was removed c1965. A new purpose built execution shed was completed in 1965. Known …