Corrections Minister halts $9m ‘massage programme’ for prisoners
In the initial procurement documents, Corrections said there was a clear need for the services. “Rongoā Māori is…
Officials accused of corruptly agreeing to accept bribes, supplying meth at Auckland prison
The alleged bribes relate to introducing an “unauthorised item” into prison in the staff members’ official capacities. At…
Prison mental health wait list leaves inmates spending months without treatment
The issue of mental health treatment in prisons was a largely “hidden problem” from the public, he said,…
Corrections launches review after prisoners escape cells in escort van
He confirmed a “full review” of the prisoners’ escape is due to be carried out. “This sort of…
Specialist mental health team excluded from decisions on shared prison cells for mentally ill prisoners
Rob Fitzpatrick died at Auckland’s Mt Eden Corrections Facility. Photo / Annaleise Shortland. The review investigated the circumstances…
Michigan jails struggle with mental health demands
WEST MICHIGAN — ‘It’s a revolving door’: Michigan jails struggle with mental health demands Michigan jails are filling…