Chief Inspector calls for an increase in the “woeful levels of activity in prison”
Chief Prison Inspector Charlie Taylor calls for an increase in the “woeful levels of activity in prison”
7th July 2026
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Chief Prison Inspector Charlie Taylor calls for an increase in the “woeful levels of activity in prison”
The Government has announced an independent review of the prison system to be led by Amber Rudd.
Prisoners Education Trust blogs on the importance of distance learning in prisons
A review of the funding experiences of the Dawes Trust makes for interesting reading for both charitable trusts and grant seekers.
Research by Maslaha finds that prison rules are being applied more harshly towards Muslims.
IMB national annual report says the prison system is stuck in decline
Nuffield Trust research into prisoners’ experiences of A&E
The fifth post in my short series summarising the Government’s White Paper for reforming youth justice, focuses on plans for youth custody.
Recognise excellence in the criminal justice system by nominating someone for a Butler Trust award.
Thematic review by prison inspectors finds too many children face short-term remand
The fourth post in my short series summarising the Government’s White Paper for reforming youth justice, focuses on proposed structural change.
The third in my short series summarising the Government’s White Paper for reforming youth justice, focuses on a review of every stage in the system.
