Inspectors expressed deep concerns about the state of HMP Wandsworth, describing it as 'unsafe' and highlighting dangerously low staffing levels leading to 'chaos' in the prison wings.
The Independent Monitoring Board criticized the prison's living conditions, stating that inmates suffer in cells built for single occupancy, forcing them to share overcrowded and broken facilities.
Matthew Andrews, IMB Chair, remarked that the current year has seen nothing but decline, describing it as potentially the worst year for HMP Wandsworth, highlighting systemic neglect by ministers.
The report indicated that serious issues, including violence and self-harm, are exacerbated by a staffing shortage of experienced personnel, with absences often reaching 50%.
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