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.@STVNews recently visited HMP Glenochil to speak with Prison Officers about their experiences working with an ageing prison population. The cost of prison social care has risen significantly, from £636,000 in 2018, to almost £2.9 million last year.
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Five prisoners who work in the barbers within HMP Perth have completed Scottish Mental Health First Aid training as a way of supporting their peers. Read the full story 👇.
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RT @SacroScotland: Thanks to @scottishprisons staff at HMP Kilmarnock for having us along to one of their Veterans’ Breakfasts. A great ini….
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Scottish Prison Service
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RT @TherapetC: In North Lanarkshire: 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐢𝐚 & 𝐙𝐚𝐜 were waiting patiently to begin their visit to 𝐇𝐌 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐬. They share thi….
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RT @HMPJustVisiting: An exciting opportunity to be involved in making visits to loved ones in prison more positive!.17.5 hr post at HMP Dum….
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Scottish Prison Service
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"When the label of offender is placed upon you, it can create overwhelming feelings of shame, particularly from those who once took pride in wearing a uniform.".Find out how monthly meetups in HMP Kilmarnock are providing support to veterans in custody 👇.
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Scottish Prison Service
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HMP Edinburgh have welcomed 15 families to enjoy a series of movie nights in the establishment. With popcorn and sweet treats aplenty, the children were able to enjoy quality time with their dads. Thank you to Officers Kerry and Rebecca for a organising!
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Scottish Prison Service
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Earlier this month we welcomed @pressjournal to HMP Grampian, to meet with the first all-female cohort of the Greene King Training Academy. Read more:
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Scottish Prison Service
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We are delighted to share that the pioneering partnership between SPS and Scottish Autism has been recognised at this years SCVO (Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations) Scottish Charity Awards!. Read the full story 👇.
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Scottish Prison Service
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RT @PrisonTechnolog: 🚴‍♂️ Big shoutout to everyone at HMP Low Moss who took on the endurance cycling challenge for #MensHealthWeek!. Events….
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Scottish Prison Service
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More than 60 individuals in HMP Low Moss have completed an endurance cycling challenge as part of events for Men's Health Week. Read how events like this help support the health and wellbeing of people in custody 👇.
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Scottish Prison Service
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RT @RUBIKON_Centrum: K aktivitám české kanceláře Rescaled Movement patří zprostředkování zahraničních zkušeností s komunitním vězeňstvím če….
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Scottish Prison Service
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In May, we issued a call for views as part of an independent review into our Talk To Me suicide prevention strategy. The final deadline for submissions has since been extended to 8 July 2025. More:
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Scottish Prison Service
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An independent review into our Talk To Me suicide prevention strategy is now underway, led by Professors Graham Towl and David Crighton. Views are being sought from those who have experience and expertise in this area. More info:.
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Scottish Prison Service
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Eighty individuals in HMP Edinburgh have engaged in a week long programme of classes with US-based charity Prison Education Project. A first for SPS, the alternative classes ran alongside the regular academic timetable provided by @fifecollege . 👇.
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Scottish Prison Service
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RT @SP_Justice: Thanks to @scottishprisons for hosting us at HMP Edinburgh today as part of the committee’s inquiry into the harm caused by….
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Scottish Prison Service
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AA meetings began in HMP Barlinnie 65 years ago, making it the longest running prison AA group in western Europe!. To mark the occasion, a special event was held within the prison. Read more 👇.
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Scottish Prison Service
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Staff and prisoners at HMP Perth and HMP&YOI Polmont have produced a powerful video and voice recordings, warning young people about the dangers of knife crime. They were used in special knife crime awareness events which took place across three Perthshire secondary schools.
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RT @AndersonRJM: 🚨 Great meeting at HMP/YOI Polmont today discussing Launchpad, our young person’s coaching programme 🚀. Still early days,….
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Scottish Prison Service
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RT @TaysideContract: 📣 We are delighted to announce our partnership with HMP Castle Huntly in supporting the rehabilitation of low-risk pri….
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RT @PrisonTechnolog: Half-term can be a special time for families — even if you're apart. eMates Video Sessions help loved ones share smile….
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