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The Latest Breaking News from The Scottish Prison Service

Scots paedophile dies in prison while serving seven-year sentence

SCOTS paedophile John Barr, who raped and sexually abused two young girls for almost 10 years, has died in prison.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023

Ministers want to apologise in person to child abuse victims, inquiry hears

Scottish Government ministers and agencies want to apologise to victims of child abuse within settings they had a responsibility for managing, an…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 19, 2023

Ministers to apologise in person to abuse victims, inquiry hears

The eighth phase of the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry started on Tuesday.

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2023

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Four out of five young offenders have history of head injuries, study suggests

Researchers at the University of Glasgow found that, of a sample of 103 young offenders, 82 had sustained a significant head injury at some point.

The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2023

Katie Allan's mum says daughter's tragic death has cost family thousands amid fight for answers

Linda Allan and husband Stuart may have to withdraw from a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of their daughter despite five years of tirelessly campaigning for answers.

Daily Record · Jul 12, 2023

Shock as family of Katie Allan who took her own life in Polmont prison could be forced to withdraw from inquiry

Katie Allan, 21, from Giffnock, and William Lindsay, 16, took their own lives while at Polmont prison. Katie's parents were informed their application for legal funding had been denied.

Glasgow Live · Jul 11, 2023

Shock as family of woman who took own life in prison denied legal aid for inquiry

A LAWYER representing the families of two young people who took their lives in custody has said it would be “unbelievable” if one was forced to…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 11, 2023

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Family of woman who took own life in prison could be forced to withdraw from FAI

Katie Allan, 21, and William Lindsay, 16, died in 2018.

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

Glasgow Barlinnie prisoner dies behind bars at age of 53 as probe to be held

Rudolphus Zijlmans was serving his sentence at HMP Barlinnie after being sentenced at Edinburgh High Court in 2019. The Scottish Prison Service confirmed he died on June 3 at the age of 53.

Glasgow Live · Jul 9, 2023

Inmate charged with hate crime against transgender double rapist Isla Bryson

Rapist Isla Bryson has claimed a breach of human rights after a fellow inmate was charged with a hate crime

Daily Mirror · Jul 2, 2023

Scot crash survivor blasts ‘secret extradition’ to Italy of killer tourist

Morag Smith has blasted the decision to allow Alfredo Ciociola to serve the remainder of his sentence in his home country.

Daily Record · Jul 2, 2023

Trans rapist Isla Bryson 'victim of hate crimes in jail' and complains of being treated like 'monster'

The notorious inmate, who only transitioned while on bail, says they have become a victim of transphobic attacks in prison.

Daily Record · Jul 2, 2023

Fugitive sex offender Nicholas Rossi 'to be transferred' for questioning on rape

Essex Police have worked with the authorities in Scotland to set up a method of quizzing Rossi about a relationship he had with Michelle Minnaar in 2017.

Daily Record · Jun 18, 2023

Top lawyer slams prison service's death immunity and calls on FM to remove 'licence to kill'

Aamer Anwar believes the Scottish Prison Service should be prosecuted for health and safety failures over the deaths of Katie Allan and William Lindsay at Polmont Young Offenders Institution

Daily Record · Jun 12, 2023

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Glasgow Live · Jun 4, 2023

Glasgow mum of daughter who died in custody blasts 'lies and insults'

A joint fatal accident inquiry was launched into the deaths of Katie Allan and teenager William Lindsay, who both took their lives within months of each other at Polmont Young Offenders Institution.

Daily Record · Jun 4, 2023

Mum of tragic Katie Allan blasts ‘lies and insults’ since death in custody

A joint fatal accident inquiry was announced last week into the deaths of Katie Allan and teenager William Lindsay, who both took their lives at Polmont Young Offenders Institution.

Edinburgh Live · May 31, 2023

Tragic deaths of Scottish youngsters in custody to be investigated by a sheriff

Katie Allan, 21, and William Lindsay, 16, both took their own lives at Polmont Young Offenders Institution in 2018. Their families have bemoaned the delay in a hearing taking place and have called for justice.

The Independent UK · May 30, 2023

Joint fatal accident inquiry due into deaths of two young people in custody

Katie Allan and William Lindsay died in 2018.

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Daily Record · May 30, 2023

Deaths of two Scots teens at young offenders institution to be probed by sheriff

Katie Allan, 21, and William Lindsay, 16, died just months apart while in custody at Polmont Young Offenders in 2018.

Daily Record · May 26, 2023

Shameless inmates joke Addiewell prison is like 'hotel' in TikTok video

Shameless inmates filmed themselves on a smuggled phone

Daily Record · May 26, 2023

Shameless Scots prisoners film rap video behind bars on smuggled smartphone

The shameless inmates filmed themselves rapping and dancing at HMP Addiewell in the video uploaded to TikTok.

Daily Record · May 24, 2023

Stirling residents given chance to have first glimpse of new prison

Locals are being given the chance to get a first glimpse inside Stirling’s new prison. HMP & YOI Cornton Vale has been a part of the local community for years. And now, as the Scottish Prison Service transitions to the opening of the new HMP &a

Daily Record · May 4, 2023

Prisoners at Addiewell jail tell of 'bullying and abuse' by staff

HM Inspectorate Prisons for Scotland have concerns about the safety and security of the facility

The National (Scotland) · May 4, 2023

Safety fears for inmates of Scottish prison after report reveals abuse from staff

A LARGE portion of inmates at a Scottish prison told inspectors they had been abused, threatened, bullied or assaulted by members of staff.

Glasgow Live · Apr 30, 2023

Death of 33-year-old inmate at Low Moss jail confirmed by prison service

The Scottish Prison Service says a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Kieran McGinlay will be held after he passed away at the Bishopbriggs prison earlier this month.

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