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HMP Wayland to keep twice-weekly afternoon lock-downs despite inspectors’ concerns
HMPPS says Tuesday and Friday afternoon lock-downs will continue, and that the Tuesday sessions give staff time for training and wellbeing activities.
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More time out of cell will help tackle drugs in prisons, HMPPS chief tells MPs
James McEwan said a fall in the prison population since the Sentencing Act 2026 took effect should let governors run more consistent regimes.