Minister announces `10 Prisons Project` to develop new model of excellence
(WorldNews Africa)

A new approach to improve standards and security will be piloted in 10 of the most challenging prisons The focus will be on reducing violence through radically increasing security against drugs and challenging all abusive behaviour There will be additional investment in leadership and dedicated resources to tackle drugs, security and building issues Good practice will be spread across the prison estate - ultimately reducing reoffending and future of victims of crime The project will focus on challenging violent and disruptive behaviour and includes £10 million funding to fight drugs, improve security and, crucially, boost leadership capabilities through new training. The 10 will serve as...