Report claims officials ignore drug use. “Zombified” inmates easier to manage as rehabilitation suffers. Scottish Prisons Accused of Ignoring Drug Use Among Inmates A new report focuses on Scottish prisons. It claims officials ignore drug use inside. Sources say “zombified” inmates are easier to manage. Drugs in jails are a long-standing problem. People assume officials…
Poor housing inspections reveal vile conditions. Legal notices were issued, improving lives and properties. Rotting Floors and Crumbling Walls: Tenants’ Horrific Living Conditions Tenants’ homes improved after inspections found poor conditions. This inspection program lasted for five years. Overcrowding and mold were common issues. Faulty wiring and fire safety problems also existed. These problems happened…
Residents worry new housing development in Mosley Common will bring more congestion and overcrowding. Mosley Common Residents Fear Housing Plan Impacts and Congestion Residents are worried about a new housing development. It will have 1,050 homes built on green land. This land is in Mosley Common near Tyldesley. People fear increased traffic and overcrowding. Rebecca…
21,000 new homes planned, but critics argue Colchester is already overcrowded, citing hospital capacity and parking revenue. Colchester Housing Plan Faces Criticism Amid Overcrowding Concerns Colchester faces some big challenges. A lot of new houses are planned, and a councillor says the city feels crowded right now. The hospital likely needs a good amount of…
Early release program starts in Scotland. Convicts exited jails to reduce overcrowding with emergency laws. Scotland Jails See Early Prisoner Releases Under New Scheme Some prisoners left jail in Scotland as an early release program began. Convicts exited HMP Edinburgh today, Tuesday, February 18th, with the goal to reduce overcrowding. Up to 390 inmates could…
West London’s 235 bus route is overloaded. Children and elderly face difficulty boarding. Petition calls for double-decker buses. West London Bus Route Overcrowded Elderly and Children Struggle Often Folks in West London want better buses. The local 235 bus is often too crowded, and people say kids and seniors struggle to board. Sometimes, buses even…
Report reveals HMP Durham failed to improve on drug use, violence. Prisoner safety remains a major concern. HMP Durham Struggles With Drugs, Violence, Report Shows A report says Durham prison failed to fix key issues. Drug use and violence have become major concerns. Incidents among prisoners are much higher now. Inspectors visited HMP Durham in…
Four inmates died this week at Shelby County Jail. Police have launched an investigation into the deaths. Four Inmate Deaths Spark Police Investigation at Tennessee Jail Two inmates died at a Memphis jail on Thursday and Friday. These deaths followed two others earlier that same week, prompting a large investigation by the police. Sheriff Floyd…