➡️31% of the sentenced population of women are eligible for emergency release. (🤔perhaps they didn't need to be there?) ➡️Governor vetoes were used in 25% of cases in last emergency release. (💡confusion over criteria remains) ➡️HDC process is now centralised (👏, but overdue).

Justice Secretary Angela Constance welcomes news that Scottish Parliament has approved the early release of some short-term prisoners. “Protecting the public remains my absolute priority. Only those serving short term sentences & due to be released within the next short while are eligible.”

HMP Perth's 'Community Payback' work-shed aims to deliver projects in the local area, by producing products and donating these to schools, voluntary groups and community spaces, enhancing the lives and opportunities of those who use them. First delivery went to Letham Primary!

In May, Scotland reached record levels of prisoners incarcerated, 8346, 700 of which had sentences of under 12 months. Overcrowding in Scottish prisons undermines the human rights of prisoners but also poses substantial risks to prison staff and public safety.

Individuals at HMP Dumfries are making bird boxes, hedgehog houses and garden furniture for schools and community groups across D&G. ITVs Border life programme visited to find out more! itv.com/watch/news/cat…

No children or young people under the age of 18 are in prison in Scotland. A historic achievement. Removal of the last remaining children from Polmont - and the guarantee no Scottish child will be jailed again - is a fitting legacy for William Lindsay. heraldscotland.com/politics/24555…

“Fundamentally, progression – which is the convicted prisoner’s journey through prison out to the community – is broken. The system is broken.” HMIPS described rehabilitation in Scotland’s prisons as “not in a million years” sufficient. theguardian.com/society/articl…

We are proud to operate in a country where no child is sent to prison. The removal of children from Scotland's prisons is a historic milestone in the creation of a justice system rooted in care, compassion, and the protection of our most vulnerable. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

In August HMP Grampian hosted the 2024 #GameWithMumAndDad! These experiences are crucial to the development of strong family relationships and we are pleased this years event was received positively by those who took part! Read more 👉 familiesoutside.org.uk/game-with-mum-… Scottish Prison Service

Girl, 13, charged with murdering seven-year-old sister Read more🔗 trib.al/gyBNbyy

'Inside Barlinnie' is a 3-part series that explores the experiences of current and former staff & prisoners, as well as delving into a dark history of hangings, riots and escapes that have shaped the prison for over a century. A must see! Catch it on iplayer from tomorrow!

“It is not a given that prison populations must always increase. Moreover, it is not necessarily true that society becomes less safe with fewer people in jail”. theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

Hear a powerful story from Scottish Sentencing Council victims expert, Lynn Burns, as she shares her experience following the murder of her son in our new video exploring what prison means for people given a custodial sentence. Watch full video here ➡️ bit.ly/3BJvt5c

One of the best meetings on the job so far. I was really pleased today to Chair the first Drug and Alcohol Recovery Expert Panel today. We’ve convened this advisory panel of leading experts to provide robust, evidence-based insights to reduce and prevent demand for drugs and

Happy World Book Day 2025 from all of us at Storybook Dads! Over the past 22 years, we have recorded thousands of prisoners reading a story for their child from behind bars. #keepingfamiliesintouch #storytime #worldbookday2025

Bookbug sessions are now taking place in HMP Shotts! Children visiting their dads are now able to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes together in a welcoming and safe place with the support of G.B.T shotts The chairs pictured were made by staff and prisoners within the establishment!

NEW REPORT: Citizens’ panel calls for comprehensive reform to sentencing in England and Wales The public wants a fair sentencing system that prioritises rehabilitation and keeps people safe, the panel findings suggest. prisonreformtrust.org.uk/citizens-panel…

"Having no job could send me back to prison - now I have a chance" STV highlight the training and employment opportunities available to people in custody in HMP Perth, including the Greene King training kitchen and Dundee&Angus College landscaping academy. tinyurl.com/mry7dhxv

A statement from The Clink Charity on the announcement of our HMP Styal restaurant closure on 31 July 2025. Read the full statement: loom.ly/gCGlFI4