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From the archive: Undercover at one of the UK's most dangerous prisons

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Undercover in Crisis: Inside Britain's Prisons

This chapter explores a disturbing undercover investigation into the harsh realities of Britain's overcrowded prisons, particularly focusing on HMP Bedford. The journalist's firsthand account reveals alarming security lapses, inadequate staffing, and unsafe conditions that jeopardize both inmates and staff. The narrative underscores the urgent need for reform to address the growing crisis within the prison system.

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