A London probation officer admitted to a romantic relationship with a prisoner and abusing her position at HMP Belmarsh in 2024.

A 27-year-old probation officer from London has admitted to an inappropriate romantic relationship with a prisoner at HMP Belmarsh, a high-security prison, between February and May 2024. She pleaded guilty to misconduct in a public office, including abusing her position and manipulating prison data systems. The case was heard at Woolwich Crown Court, where a related charge was dropped and another was placed on file. She has been granted bail and will be sentenced on February 6, 2026.