17-12-2016 21:52 via theguardian.com

Around 240 prisoners moved from HMP Birmingham

Decision follows rioting by inmates – UK’s worst since 1990 – which is believed to be linked to use of synthetic cannabisHundreds of inmates were moved from Birmingham prison on Saturday as the government announced an urgent investigation into conditions and safety inside the privately run jail following a major disturbance.Up to 240 prisoners were taken from HMP Birmingham as it emerged that a recent independent report into the jail found that staff feared for their personal s
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