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Published on 11:09 GMT

HMP Oakwood inmates go to Iceland as supermarket opens first in-prison store

Inmates can stock up on Chicago Town pizzas and Ben & Jerry's ice cream at Britain's first 'in-prison' Iceland branch. The supermarket opened at HMP Oakwood last month to help inmates adjust to the outside world when they are released. …

Source: Birmingham Live - Neutral
Published on 20:11 GMT

Flasher who exposed himself to shoppers and children outside Byker Asda avoids jail

A flasher who exposed his genitals to shoppers and children outside a busy supermarket has avoided jail. As previously reported on Chroniclelive, Gheorghe Berceanu stood at Asda, in Byker, and shouted "I want to f*** every woman who walks past" …

Source: Chronicle Live - Neutral
Published on 12:45 GMT

I hate the idea of British prison officers carrying stun guns – but it may be our only option

It was a hot day in Texas when I visited in 2018. Hotter still inside the walls of the Eastham Unit, the men’s prison near Huntsville where I spent a few hours. My hands were sweaty enough as it was, as I focused my attention on the target board in front …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 14:56 GMT

Iceland opens new supermarket inside UK's largest prison

Inmates at the UK's largest prison can now shop their favourite frozen food from Greggs to Chicago Town pizzas at Britain first 'in-prison' Iceland branch. Food retailer Iceland, which has 900 stores across the UK, last month opened a store at …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on 12:09 GMT

‘Employment’s the best way to stop reoffending’: the boss of ready meals firm Cook on the ‘talent’ in prisons

Rosie Brown, the boss of Cook, never planned to be a chief executive. First, she trained as a nurse, then tried her hand at politics; then banking. But having struggled at first to find her niche, Brown now leads a ready-meal business ranked as the country …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 18:58 GMT

Prison officers get tasers following attack by Manchester Arena plotter Hashem Abedi

Prison officers will be given tasers to defend themselves after three suffered horrific injuries in an attack by Manchester Arena bombing accomplice Hashem Abedi. Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced prison staff will be given the weapons as a pilot …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on 14:47 GMT

High-tech 82ft laser shield could stop drones being flown into British prisons

A laser detection system is being put forward as a defence against drones being used to smuggle contraband into British prisons (Picture: GJD Manufacturing/file images) A laser screen is being used to stop escapes from a secure mental health facility …

Source: Metro - Neutral
Published on 16:56 GMT

Inmates At This Prison Can Buy Pizza, Ice Cream Using Monopoly-Style Money

HMP Oakwood, the largest prison in England located in Featherstone, Staffordshire, has launched Britain's first in-prison supermarket. In collaboration with food retailer Iceland, the prison now features a supermarket where inmates can buy branded …

Source: NDTV - Center-right
Published on 12:32 GMT

Migrant Crime: UK Government to Publish League Tables for First Time

27The British Government is set to publish official league tables identifying the nationalities of migrants with the highest recorded rates of crime in the United Kingdom. The data, which will be released before the end of 2025, is intended to provide a …

Source: EUToday - Neutral
Published on 08:40 GMT

Cooper accused of pandering to racism for ordering publication of criminals’ nationalities in UK

Migrant charities and MPs have accused Yvette Cooper of pandering to racism and stoking the possibility of riots after the Home Office said it would publish the nationalities of foreign criminals in the UK for the first time. The home secretary has ordered …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 08:19 GMT

Former cricketer Michael Slater sentenced to four years’ prison for DV offences but immediately walks free

The former Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater has been sentenced to prison for domestic violence offences but will immediately be released from custody on a suspended sentence. Slater, 55, was sentenced in Maroochydore district court on Tuesday after …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 19:00 GMT

'Pioneering' Derry art therapist Eileen McCourt awarded Lifetime Achievement Award by the British Association of Art ...

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Eileen McCourt, a pioneering art therapist from Derry, has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) in …

Source: Derry Journal - Pending
Published on 15:41 GMT

Chilling: UK’s Starmer Makes It Clear That He Is Fine with Totalitarian Rule

Keir Starmer identifies as prime minister of Britain, and no one is challenging his self-identification, so it could well be more or less accurate. Nevertheless, it is clear that whatever else he may be, Starmer is a typical early twenty-first-century …

Source: PJ Media - Virginia - Right-wing
Published on 15:33 GMT

Inmates at prison near Wolverhampton go to Iceland as chains opens jailhouse branch

The shop was opened last month as part of the supermarket's vocational scheme to help inmates adjust to the outside world when they are released also offering them the chance to be selected for a job after release. Under the initiative for category …

Source: Express & Star - Neutral
Published on 16:07 GMT

Why publishing the nationalities of foreign criminals in the UK is the right step

Publishing the nationalities of foreign criminals living in the UK for the first time ever may lead to squeals from some on the left, but increased transparency should be welcomed by all. These figures need to be read in context but what they could do is …

Source: Yorkshire Post - Neutral
Published on 19:16 GMT

Irish former child movie star handed suspended jail sentence for €140 Tesco theft

A former child movie star has received a suspended one-month prison term for a €140 theft of toys and alcohol from a Tesco outlet in the west of Ireland. At Kilrush District Court, Judge Alec Gabbett imposed the suspended prison term on Dublin native Shane …

Source: Irish Mirror - Left-wing
Published on 18:15 GMT

ED informs Delhi court about UK judge's order denying Sanjay Bhandari's extradition to India

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday apprised a Delhi court about the dismissal of its appeal against a UK court order denying the extradition of high profile arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari to India. The ED made the submission before Special Judge Neelofer …

Source: The Economic Times - Pending
Published on 14:58 GMT

Scotland's 'most prolific catfish' sent victim creepy message days after prison release

15:52, 22 Apr 2025Updated 15:53, 22 Apr 2025 A former nurse jailed for a stalking campaign messaged her victim days after being freed, asking if they had "bagged a lovely gal". Adele Rennie, 34, used a voice-changing app to pose as a male …

Source: Daily Record & Sunday Mail - Left-wing
Published on 19:20 GMT

Egyptian-UK activist Alaa Abdel Fattah gets sick on hunger strike in prison

Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abdel Fattah has become sick after spending more than 50 days on a hunger strike in prison, his family said on Tuesday. The political activist has spent more than a decade behind bars in Egypt. He said he had suffered …

Source: Africanews - Neutral

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 08:30 GMT

Compassionate Reprieve’s Innovative Approach Addresses Grief and Mental Health Challenges Within Correctional Facilities

Mental Health Matters Behind Bars: Compassionate Reprieve’s Mission to Support Incarcerated Individuals During Times of Loss ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Compassionate …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 20:15 GMT

GBI Arrests Two Minors in Pelham Drive-By Shooting Investigation

Pelham, GA (April 19, 2025) - At the request of the Pelham Police Department, GBI agents are investigating a drive-by shooting in Pelham, GA. A 16-year-old and a 15-year-old were arrested and charged with 4 counts of aggravated assault, 4 counts of a drive …

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 18:30 GMT

New Wave of Assaults Target Prisons in France

(MENAFN) A new wave of assaults hit French correctional facilities overnight, Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin announced on Monday, cautioning that these actions are aimed at challenging government authority. He confirmed via X that both prison staff and …

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 20:28 GMT

Prison Fellowship’s Statement on the Appointment of William ‘Billy’ Marshall III as Director of Federal Bureau of ...

Washington, D.C., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Prison Fellowship, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving currently and formerly incarcerated people and their families and a leading advocate for criminal justice reform, released the …

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 18:30 GMT

Prison Officers Urge Tasers for Safety in High-Risk Prisons

(MENAFN) Prison officers are set to urge the justice secretary for the immediate provision of electric stun guns to enhance their safety while working in the UK's most high-risk prisons. This request will be made during a meeting with Shabana Mahmood …

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 13:41 GMT

Coordinated Attacks on French Prisons Trigger Concerns

(MENAFN) A new wave of violent incidents hit correctional facilities across France overnight, according to Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin, who spoke out on Monday. He emphasized that these latest attacks are calculated efforts to challenge the state' …

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Published on April 20, 2025 - 06:54 GMT

Prison Escape Attempt in Chad Results in Four Deaths

(MENAFN) Local sources and media revealed on Saturday that over four individuals lost their lives following an escape attempt by inmates at a prison in Chad. The incident took place at Mongo Prison in central Chad around 9 p.m. local time on Friday. …

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Published on April 20, 2025 - 06:54 GMT

Tunisian Court Issues Prison Sentences in State Security Case

(MENAFN) A judicial tribunal in Tunisia has imposed severe incarceration penalties ranging from 13 to 66 years on individuals found guilty in the case labeled as “conspiracy against state security,” as per formal statements released on Saturday. According …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 20:37 GMT

A Comprehensive Bilingual Legal Guide for All

Yolanda J. Izurieta bridges the language gap in law with Guía Bilingüe Legal Para Todos / Bilingual Legal Guide for All. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal knowledge should be accessible to everyone, …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Education ...
Published on April 22, 2025 - 20:26 GMT

CA Non-Residents Can Apply for Carry Permit Starting April 22

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thanks to a preliminary injunction in the Second Amendment Foundation’s (SAF) case CRPA v. LASD (Case No. 2:23-cv-10169-SPG), starting Tuesday, April 22, non-resident SAF members …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Law ...
Published on April 22, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

Spirion Secures Patent for SDV³ Risk Scoring

A Uniquely Powerful and Practical Approach to Understanding and Eliminating Sensitive Data Risk TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spirion LLC, Spirion, a pioneer in sensitive data governance, announced today that the United …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 19:24 GMT

Cade & Associates Acquires Gary D. Morgan, CPA, P.A., Expanding Services and Strengthening Client Support

SALISBURY, NC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cade & Associates is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Gary D. Morgan, CPA, P.A., a trusted accounting firm serving Salisbury, Concord, Kannapolis, Lexington, and …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Bigfoot, Hot Dogs & a $16.5M Secret: JACKPOT Exposes How the Biggest Lotto Scam in US History Unraveled—Coming This June

JACKPOT: AMERICA'S BIGGEST LOTTO SCAM reveals the truly bizarre story behind a $16.5M lottery fraud, streaming this June on YouTube. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Something strange happened in Des Moines, …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Firm Calls for Action on Fair Housing and Listing Transparency

Buyers Brokers Only marks Fair Housing Month by spotlighting threats to equitable homeownership opportunities. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While the nation observes Fair Housing Month in April, Buyers Brokers …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 18:21 GMT

TWO DOLL AMIR & ELEY CO-FOUNDERS NAMED 'LEGAL VISIONARIES'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Doll Amir & Eley LLP announced today that Co-Founders Michael Amir and Hunter Eley have been recognized by Los Angeles Times as “Legal Visionaries.” Those recognized are …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 18:01 GMT

FRANDZEL NAMED A LOS ANGELES TIMES 'TOP LAW FIRM'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frandzel Robins Bloom & Csato, L.C. announced today that it has been recognized by the Los Angeles Times as a “Top Law Firm.” In addition, the firm’s Real Estate practice …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

MUSICK PEELER & GARRETT NAMED A 'TOP LAW FIRM' IN CALIFORNIA

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California-based law firm Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP announced today that it has been recognized by the Los Angeles Times as a “Top Law Firm.” In addition, the firm’s …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 17:02 GMT

AV-Comparatives Awards 2024 for G Data

G Data achieved great success in AV-Comparatives’ Enterprise and Consumer Main-Test Series of 2024 INNSBRUCK, TIROL, AUSTRIA, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- G Data achieved great success in AV-Comparatives’ Enterprise and Consumer Main- …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

SKLAR KIRSH’S ANDREW KIRSH AND JEFFREY SKLAR NAMED 'LEGAL VISIONARIES' BY THE LOS ANGELES TIMES

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California-based law firm Sklar Kirsh LLP announced today that the Los Angeles Times has recognized Co-Founders Andrew Kirsh and Jeffrey Sklar as “Legal Visionaries” in a special …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

HILL FARRER PARTNER KEVIN BROGAN NAMED 'TOP 100 LAWYER' IN CALIFORNIA

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hill, Farrer & Burrill LLP announced today that Partner Kevin Brogan has been recognized as one of Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Top 100 Lawyers.” “Trial lawyer Kevin Brogan …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Vibrant Releases An All-You-Need-To-Know Guide To Expanding Businesses Globally

“International Business Essentials You Always Wanted to Know” by Dr. Lisa Power is a treasure trove for entrepreneurs. BROMFIELD, CO, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With globalization and the world being more connected than …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 14:45 GMT

Go Digital Energy Summit Addresses EU Digitalisation Challenges with New Report

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the EU pursues its ambitious green transition, the digital transformation of the energy sector is paramount. However, the exponential growth of IoT devices, expected to surpass 25.4 …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 14:17 GMT

Exclusive Interviews: EIN Presswire Delves Into the Compelling Journeys of Top PR Pros

Q&As reveal the strategies and stories behind their success WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Looking to strengthen your communications strategy or learn how industry trailblazers achieve success? Or perhaps …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:58 GMT

Strategic Growth on Display: Toronto Digital Marketing Agency Sharpens Focus on Niche Professionals

TORONTO, OTAWA, CANADA, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As demand grows for targeted, compliance-aware digital strategies, SocialEyes Communications is stepping up to meet the moment. The Toronto digital marketing agency has unveiled a …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

Kogan & DiSalvo Expands to Broward County, Welcomes Acclaimed Trial Attorney Michael J. Ryan

Kogan & DiSalvo opens a new Broward office and welcomes top trial lawyer—and Sunrise Mayor—Michael J. Ryan to its powerhouse personal injury team FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kogan & DiSalvo, …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:19 GMT

Lundy LLP Announced as Title Sponsor for Region 5 Emergency Preparedness Expo

Helping Southwest Louisiana Residents Prepare for Hurricane Season with Critical Resources and Planning Support LAKE CHARLES, LA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lundy LLP is proud to serve as the title sponsor for the Region …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Historic Naming Tradition for Daughters: Introducing 'Junia (Jn.)' — the Feminine Equivalent of Junior

WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the first time in history, a naming tradition honors daughters with the same recognition long afforded to sons. Visionary leader and legacy architect Dr. Tamara Nall …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Immigration Law Attorney Susanne Heubel of Harter Secrest & Emery LLP Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Susanne Heubel is Senior Counsel with the law firm Harter Secrest & Emery LLP. She was born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and after living in Montclair, NJ for a few years as a …

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