Conditions in Erie County’s two jails have improved in some respects but there are several ongoing issues that should be addressed, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project.<\/p>\n
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The Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project issued “Improving Erie County’s Jails: Finding and Recommendations” on Dec. 9, 2025.<\/p>\n
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A survey by local clergy identified five major areas of concern in the treatment of inmates at Erie County’s two jails.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Harry Scull Jr., Buffalo News file photo<\/p>\n
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