Considering a career change where you can make a real difference to the communities of North-East Scotland? We’re hosting a virtual careers event for anyone interested in roles at HMP & YOI Grampian, on 13 November. Join us from 18:00-18:30 on Microsoft Teams to hear more about the opportunities we have on offer. Interested? Register for the event by emailing: Vacancies@prisons.gov.scot | Scottish Prison Service

Fury as violent trans inmate Tiffany Scott's death recorded as 'female'

The impact of Serious and Organised Crime Groups (SOCG) on establishments has been highlighted in BBC coverage. As the prison population has risen, so too has the number of SOCG affiliates and groups, with Governor in Charge Gilllian Walker describing it as a "daily game of chess" trying to keep violent rivals apart. Teresa Medhurst, chief executive of the Scottish Prison Service, said staff efforts to keep people safe in the face of this threat was a “heroic task”. Read more: https://www.bbc.co

Scottish prisoners released early as prisons at capacity

Scottish Prison Service cyber attack as hackers 'from Morocco' target website

Scottish Prison Service halts movement of trans inmates as it announces ‘urgent review’