MPs Call for Halt on HMP Parc Expansion
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MPs urge pause on expanding HMP Parc in Bridgend, Wales, following a series of deaths, violence, and staffing issues. The prison saw record deaths in 2024 and 2025, with drugs, self-harm, and violence on the rise. Despite these concerns, the Ministry of Justice approved plans to add 345 prisoners and 16 staff. The committee chair, Ruth Jones, warns that increasing the population could hinder safety improvements. Inspectors found poor conditions, including long lockdowns, poor mental health support, and overworked staff. While some progress has been made, overall improvements remain slow. Welsh leaders call for full justice powers to address overcrowding and rethink the system.
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