UN 'Grave Concern' Over UK Prison Hunger Strikers
UN human rights experts warn the UK government over its treatment of Palestine Action-linked hunger strikers in custody, questioning compliance with international law.
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Palestine Action hunger striker hospitalised after 53 days
Heba Muraisi, on remand over an Elbit Systems raid, is hospitalised as health deteriorates. The Filton 24 protest is the largest hunger strike in UK prisons since 1981.
Palestine Action hunger strikers determined to continue
Four Palestine Action detainees continue hunger strikes in UK prisons, with one hospitalised three times. Families report severe health declines as demands for policy change go unmet.
Report urges US-style prison rewards system after attack
A major report calls for a US-style rewards system for dangerous prisoners after Manchester Arena plotter Hashem Abedi's alleged attack on prison officers. Read the key findings.
Pro-Palestine Prisoners Pause Hunger Strike Over Health
Two Palestine Action detainees at HMP Bronzefield have paused their 50-day hunger strike due to failing health but vow to resume. Four others continue their protest.
Toddler killed in A1 collision, five seriously hurt
A two-year-old boy from London has died after a collision on the A1 near Stibbington. Five others are in hospital with serious injuries. Police appeal for witnesses.
Two-year-old dies in A1 crash near Peterborough
A two-year-old boy from London has died after a crash on the A1. Five others are in hospital. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Palestine Action hunger strikers' health deteriorates in UK prisons
Eight activists await trial, with seven hospitalised after hunger strikes. They demand bail and an end to the Palestine Action ban as medical concerns escalate. Read the full story.
Chiswick Rapist Carl Royal dies in Wakefield prison
Carl Royal, the 'Chiswick Rapist' who terrorised women in West London in the 1990s, has died in HMP Wakefield while serving three life sentences. Read the full story.
Coroner warns of prison safety failures after racist murder
A coroner has issued a stark warning to the Justice Secretary after a British Asian man was murdered by a known racist in a London prison cell. The death was found to be 'wholly avoidable'.
Prisoner charged with murder at HMP Whitemoor appears in court
Nathaniel Reece, 44, denies murdering fellow inmate John Mansfield at the high-security Cambridgeshire prison. A trial date has been set for June 2026. Read the latest court developments.
Palestine Action hunger striker hospitalised after 46 days
Qesser Zuhrah, a 20-year-old on a 46-day hunger strike at HMP Bronzefield, has been taken to hospital. Protesters demand urgent medical care for her and other Palestine Action detainees.
Sultana Vows to Stay at Prison Over Hunger Striker's Health
Zarah Sultana MP warns Justice Secretary David Lammy that activist Qesser Zuhrah's death 'will be on his hands' unless she is urgently transferred from HMP Bronzefield to hospital on day 46 of her hunger strike.
Prison officer in alleged HMP Brixton drug smuggling plot
A 24-year-old prison officer and two inmates face charges over an alleged plot to smuggle cannabis and 'Spice Paper' into HMP Brixton. Read the full details of the case.
Probation officer admits relationship with Belmarsh prisoner
A probation officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct for an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at HMP Belmarsh. She will be sentenced in February. Read the full details.
Prison tutor's affair exposed by locked classroom door
A Chelmsford prison tutor admitted misconduct after a relationship with an inmate was discovered. The affair came to light when a colleague found their classroom locked from the inside.
Peterborough man jailed for 25 years for child rape
Pramod Dhakal, 49, abused his trusted community role to rape and assault seven girls and a woman. He was convicted of 25 sexual offences. Read the full story.
Prison officer, 19, admits sexual relationship with inmate
Alicia Novas, 19, and inmate Declan Winkless, 30, pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office at Northampton Crown Court. Sentencing is set for January 5.
Prison officer admits affair with inmate and smuggling
A 19-year-old prison officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct after having a sexual relationship with an inmate and smuggling cannabis and phones into HMP Five Wells. Both are due for sentencing in January.
Prisoner posts TikTok of smuggled Chicken Cottage takeaway
A prisoner at HMP Wandsworth posted a video of a smuggled Chicken Cottage meal on TikTok, triggering a new investigation into security failures at the scandal-hit jail. Read the latest.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
Nottingham Prison: Staff Cuts Led to Chaos & Deaths
An investigation into HMP Nottingham reveals how staff reductions triggered a descent into violence, drug use and suicide, symbolising Britain's prison crisis.
Starmer apologises for 'six seven' school uproar
Prime Minister Keir Starmer causes classroom hysterics by joining viral 'six seven' trend during Peterborough school visit. Read the full story and watch the video.
Three prison officers stabbed in inmate attack
Three prison officers were injured, two hospitalised, after being stabbed with an improvised weapon by an inmate at HMP Isle of Wight. Police are investigating the serious assault.
Huntingdon train attack suspect faces seven new charges
Anthony Williams, 32, faces additional charges including attempted murder of a 14-year-old boy following the Huntingdon train stabbing spree. Read the latest court developments.
Mother: Prison treated daughter 'like a feral dog'
An inquest finds neglect contributed to the death of Alex Davies, 25, at HMP Styal. Her mother describes her treatment as being like a 'feral dog in a cage'.
Son stabs father in jail revenge attack
Lee Spence, 25, stabbed his father John upon their first meeting in HMP Perth, pleading guilty to attempted murder in a revenge attack for alleged domestic abuse against his mother.
Prison officer faces jail for inmate affairs
Isabelle Dale, 23, sobbed in court after being convicted for affairs with two inmates and smuggling synthetic cannabis into HMP Coldingley. She faces a substantial jail sentence.
Prison officer faces jail for inmate affairs and drug smuggling
Isabelle Dale, 23, sobbed in court after being convicted for affairs with two inmates and smuggling synthetic cannabis into HMP Coldingley. She now faces a substantial prison sentence.
UK Prison Crisis: Overcrowding and Underfunding
Revealing the dire state of UK prisons: chronic understaffing, outdated facilities, and the immense pressure on officers. Discover why urgent reform is needed now.
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