A major investigative series by the Guardian is shining a stark light on the state of medical care within prisons, focusing specifically on services provided by companies backed by private equity firms.
The Funding and Independence of the Investigation
This in-depth journalistic project has been made possible through philanthropic funding directed to theguardian.org, a US-based foundation that collaborates with the Guardian on independent editorial work. All reporting is editorially independent, conceived and executed by the newspaper's own journalists, adhering to the Guardian's published editorial code.
The commitment to open journalism is a cornerstone of this project, embracing collaboration and expert input to build a comprehensive understanding of the issue. The only limitations on the coverage are those imposed by US law on charitable foundations, which cannot fund lobbying, influence elections, or undertake non-charitable activities.
Examining the Impact of Privatised Care
The series delves into the complex and often controversial world of for-profit prison healthcare. It investigates how the drive for financial returns, inherent in the private equity model, impacts the quality and delivery of essential medical services to the inmate population.
By providing a platform for this independent scrutiny, the Guardian aims to foster a much-needed public debate about the ethics and efficacy of outsourcing vital public health services to profit-driven entities within the justice system.
All statements and materials published in the series reflect the views of the individual contributors and are not necessarily the views of the supporting foundation or the Guardian as an institution. This ensures a diverse and unfiltered examination of a critical social issue.
