Commons · Westminster Hall · 23 Jun 2026
HMP Lowdham Grange safety, self-harm and staffing shortages in prison debate
MPs focused on unsafe conditions at HMP Lowdham Grange, where members said self-harm, deaths, violence, poor healthcare and staff shortages remain serious problems despite some progress in the latest inspection. The Minister said the prison has improved since returning to public management, but acknowledged more work is needed on safety, mental health, rehabilitation and staffing, alongside wider government plans to expand prison capacity.
