Report

The system and the cell

This report from UK think tank the Social Market Foundation provides a high-level overview of the key health challenges in British prisons today.

Good prisoner health is not only a moral issue but it can also deliver wider benefits, including improved public health and reduced reoffending.

Drawing on research and insights from academics at The University of Manchester, this briefing provides a high-level overview of the key health challenges in British prisons today, with a particular focus on physical health, mental health, women’s health, older prisoners’ health, and the health of young people.