Report Exposes Severe Failures at HMP Wandsworth
Inspection reveals overcrowding, violence, drug access, and poor leadership at London prison
- HMP Wandsworth found to be severely overcrowded, with 80% of inmates sharing cells designed for one.
- High levels of violence, self-harm, and drug access reported, with 10 self-inflicted deaths since last inspection.
- Inspection highlighted poor living conditions, including damaged cells and lack of basic amenities.
- Leadership and staff inexperience cited as major contributors to ongoing issues.
- Government announces £100 million funding package and additional staff to address urgent improvements.
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