Two new houseblocks to be built at HMP Channings Wood by end of 2027

Jail’s capacity boosted by 40 per cent to lock up dangerous criminals.

Latest step in Government’s plans to build 14,000 prison places nationwide, as part of the Plan for Change.

Work is underway on the 500-place expansion at HMP Channings Wood, which will see the prison grow by around 40 per cent with two new four-storey houseblocks.

The new cells will be fully operational by the end of 2027 and will help ensure there is always enough space for dangerous offenders – cutting crime and keeping the public safe.

The major project will also include the construction of a new jobs and education workshop, training prisoners with the skills they need to turn their backs on crime for good.

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