An inspection report published in January 2025 found HMP Winchester unsafe, filthy and failing to keep men occupied. Only its preparation for release earned a reasonably good grade.
An inspection report on HMP Manchester, published in January 2025, found organised crime, very high drug use and soaring self-harm, prompting the Chief Inspector of Prisons to invoke an Urgent Notification.
An inspection report on HMP Long Lartin, published in January 2025, found drones flying drugs and phones into the high-security prison, rising violence and poor conditions, but some progress under a new governor.
Inspectors found the Lancashire open prison struggling after national overcrowding schemes, with poor staff relationships, little temporary release and a new £10 million gym that was rarely full.
A joint inspection report on Oakhill Secure Training Centre, published in December 2024, rated it inadequate after finding children locked in their rooms for refusing education and poor, at times unsafe, health care.
Inspectors found a thriving open prison near Stockton-on-Tees that got men into work, though they raised concerns about strip-searching, temporary release checks and shabby older wings.
Inspectors praised strong leadership, excellent staff relationships and a hopeful culture at the G4S-run prison, though cancelled hospital visits and public protection lapses needed attention.
Inspectors found the West Midlands prison for young adults struggling with drugs, inconsistent staff and long hours locked up. Release planning improved, and a new governor had brought a culture of optimism.
Northern Ireland's prison for women earned the top grade in all four tests. Inspectors still criticised high use of observation cells and anti-tear clothing, and weak adult safeguarding procedures.
Inspectors praised strong leadership and a positive culture at the Northern Ireland college for young men. They also found weak use of data, poor use of body-worn cameras and a rise in use of force.
