What happened: The chief inspector of prisons reported that HMP Manchester has made minimal progress in preventing drones from delivering drugs into the prison. The facility remains in a precarious state over a year after urgent warnings were issued.
Why it matters:
- Continued drone deliveries undermine prison security and contribute to illegal drug circulation inside the jail.
- Prison staff and inmates are affected by ongoing safety and control issues linked to contraband smuggling.
MNN Take: Despite formal demands, HMP Manchester has struggled to repair security weaknesses such as broken windows, allowing drones to deliver drugs. This highlights challenges in managing contraband in some UK prisons.
Sources: Guardian UK