Hayley Jones, a prison worker, pleaded guilty to misconduct for an inappropriate relationship with inmate McSweeney.

Hayley Jones, a 33-year-old prison worker at HMP Belmarsh, has pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office for having an "inappropriate relationship" with Jordan McSweeney, who is serving a life sentence for the murder of Zara Aleena. The relationship occurred from March 6 to April 7, 2023. McSweeney, 31, faces additional charges related to the relationship and is scheduled for a trial in April 2026. Jones has been released on bail, with her sentencing pending.

October 31, 2024
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