Prison inspection found treatment of those at risk of self-harm and suicide was 'inadequate'

An inspection into the Island's Prison found that the treatment of prisoners at risk of suicide and self-harm was 'inadequate.'

The Jurby facility was inspected in March this year, with the full report of findings now published.

Six priority concerns were identified, which 'require immediate attention by leaders and managers.'

This includes the treatment of those at risk of suicide and self-harm, with the use of segregation and special unfurnished cells found to be inappropriate for people in crisis. 

It comes after three recent suicides which took place at the prison, with independent investigations needing to take place for two of them.

To tackle the concern raised, the prison plans to introduce safe cells on the Induction unit as an option for prisoners who are at risk and need further support to keep them safe.