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New prisons update

07 March 2022

Proposing MP
Victoria Atkins Con
Louth and Horncastle
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Justice
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement provides an update on the progress of building new prisons in the UK.

Action Requested

The minister announces that HMP Fosse Way will be named and operated by Serco, a private company. Additionally, it is confirmed that one of the four additional new prisons will be run by HMPPS while the other three will be operated by the private sector following a competitive bidding process.

Key Facts

  • The first prisoners arrived at HMP Five Wells on February 4th.
  • HMP Five Wells can house around 1,700 men across seven houseblocks and six ancillary buildings.
  • Serco has been selected to operate the new prison at Glen Parva named HMP Fosse Way which will hold around 1,700 men.
  • Over £96 million has been spent locally on Glen Parva’s construction as of December 2021 and over £400,000 invested in recruitment and skills training.
  • HMPPS will manage one of the four additional new prisons while the other three will be operated by private sector companies.
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