A rise of murders is traumatising inmates and staff, and making life harder for staff. But even in prison, violence isn’t inevitable ...
The UK’s longest-serving prison officer has reflected on a total transformation to the service as he prepares to retire after 50 years. Steve Ley joined HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) in 1975 ...
After 50 years of service, the UK’s longest-serving prison officer is preparing for retirement. Steve Ley - who joined HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) in 1975 as a 21-year-old - has witnessed ...
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