Elmley independent review of progress 2026
Report for Elmley Prison
Summary
the inspection in 2025. The drugs problem was being tackled by better use of security intelligence, more effective window grilles and improved support for prisoners. An extensive refurbishment programme had improved living conditions and work to improve teaching and promote literacy was underway. Points to note: New contracts had reduced the amount of teaching available, threatening the ability of the prison to sustain the progress made in education.