Palestine Action Hunger Strikers Close to Death
Three activists on hunger strike in UK prison are in critical health after 59 days. Their families fear for their lives as the government faces pressure to intervene. Read the full report.
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New CCTV released in hunt for escaped murderer
Avon and Somerset Police release fresh CCTV images of two escaped prisoners, including a convicted murderer, as the manhunt intensifies across Bristol. Public urged not to approach.
Prisoner on 65-day hunger strike says 'I am dying'
Heba Muraisi, on remand for alleged Palestine Action raid, details her deteriorating health after 65 days without food. The protest is the largest of its kind in Britain since 1981. Read her full story.
Man charged over prison escape, two inmates still at large
Aaron Thomas, 39, is back in custody after escaping HMP Leyhill. Police hunt for Daniel Washbourne and convicted murderer Matthew Armstrong. Public urged not to approach.
Two violent prisoners escape from HMP Leyhill
Police are hunting two violent prisoners, including a convicted murderer, who escaped from HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day. The public is warned not to approach and to call 999 immediately.
Manhunt for prisoner missing from HMP Castle Huntly
Police warn public not to approach James Fitzpatrick, 36, who failed to return to HMP Castle Huntly after an approved visit. He was last seen possibly boarding a bus to Ardrossan.
Arrests at New Year's Eve protest outside London prison
Metropolitan Police officers made a number of arrests after a protest group breached Public Order Act conditions outside HMP Pentonville in Islington on December 31. Read the latest.
Manhunt for prisoner who escaped on Christmas Day
Thames Valley Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who escaped HMP Springhill on Christmas Day. The public is urged not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.
Prisoner on run after escaping Buckinghamshire jail on Christmas Day
Mahad Elmi, 27, is unlawfully at large after absconding from HMP Spring Hill. Police urge public not to approach and call 999 immediately if seen.
Prisoner with London links on run after absconding
Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who left HMP Springhill between Christmas and Boxing Day. He has links to South West London. Public urged not to approach.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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