9 deaths in 3 months at HMP Parc, Wales's privately-run prison, raise concerns over inmate safety, drugs, and substance misuse.

9 deaths in 3 months at HMP Parc, Wales's only privately-run prison, have raised concerns. MPs allege inmates carry homemade knives for safety, drugs enter via drones & staff, and some deaths are linked to substance misuse. The Justice Minister states the prison is well-run, working with G4S to combat drugs with X-ray scanners, naloxone training, and a strategy to reduce drug supply and demand.

May 13, 2024
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