environment

Increased green space in prisons can reduce self-harm and violence

[University of Birmingham (2021)]

Research showing that prisons with green space have lower levels of violence and self-harm.

Keywords: environment

A Celebration of Wildlife and People

[HMPPS (2020)]

Outstanding examples of greening and other environmental initiatives across the prison estate

Keywords: greening, environment

Steve Whitehead & David Wilson, HMP Hull

[Butler Trust Awards (2019)]

Write up on Steve Whitehead & David Wilson, from HMP Hull, who received a Butler Trust Award for their outstanding contribution to greening and the environment in the prison. [For more on the Butler Trust Awards click here].

Keywords: gardens, environment

Prison environment

[Good Book of Prisons (2019)]

Findings – from interviews with over 2000 staff, prisoners and managers from across the custodial estate – in relation to the prison environment, such as cleanliness, greenery, and noise. From the Butler Trust’s Good Book of Prisons.

Keywords: environment

Physical environment in prisons

[HMPPS (2019)]

A summary of evidence relating to how the physical environment in prison affects people and may support rehabilitation. Part of HMPPS’ Prison & Probation Evidence Resource.

Keywords: environment

Life in prison: Living conditions

[HMI Prisons (2017)]

This findings paper is part of a series which focuses on daily life in prisons and young offender institutions (YOIs). It summarises literature surrounding living conditions in prison. [From HMI Prison’s Thematic Reports & Research collection].

Keywords: environment