We are so proud of our colleagues Michaela and Dave! Such well deserved recognition. Details of their nomination ⬇️
butlertrust.org.uk/david-adamson-…

We held a Disability Awareness event this week with lots of stalls and activities. Our amazing librarian, Susan Wall showcased our new Reader Pens generating a lot of interest. Our Staffordshire County Council library is such an amazing space and so well used. Thanks go to the whole team.

We know it’s hard being apart from loved ones over the festive season. At HMP Stafford we can help you keep in touch through visits, video calls, writing a letter or emailing a prisoner.
Find out more on our GOV.UK page ⬇️
gov.uk/guidance/staff…

Missing a loved one who is in prison can be especially hard at this time of year. The Prisoners' Families Helpline is here for you - see holiday opening times below.

Pact runs the Helpline on behalf of @HMPPS. Don't hesitate to call or visit the website: 44s7.short.gy/EhDjmv

We're making it easier to block unwanted contact from prisoners.
Our Unwanted Prisoner Contact Service helps protect victims of crime from harassment. To stop receiving unwanted calls, texts & letters from someone in prison, please fill in this form ⬇️
…r-contact.form.service.justice.gov.uk

Last week we celebrated 30 years of service and the well deserved retirement of Keith one of our PE staff. His wife Selena joined us for lunch and to meet Keith's colleagues. We wish you both a very long and happy retirement.

On Friday we held a celebration event for Long Service recognition. Family/friends attended and joined in the celebrations as well as the opportunity to see where their loved ones work. Our thanks to the High Sherriff High Sheriff of Staffordshire Victoria Hawley for presenting.

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Today is the fourth annual #HiddenHeroes Day and I'd just like to add my own message of thanks to everyone working in UK prisons, probation, youth justice and IRCs - this is your special day, in tribute to all you do, and you deserve it!

Thank you #HiddenHeroes .

We celebrated the opening of our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Hub which will provide support and guidance to prisoners and staff.
The hub was officially opened by Lord Michael Cashman who delivered an inspiring speech at our afternoon event.

We’re excited to announce that in 2023 we will be installing in-cell telephony across the prison to help prisoners maintain contact and continue to build strong family ties which is crucial to reducing reoffending. More information to come 😄📞

In September we said happy retirement to Officer Ian Mason after 31 years of service! Thank you on behalf of everyone here at HMP Stafford for your resilience and commitment. We wish you a long, happy and healthy retirement 🍾🥳

On the 29th September we had our Family & Friends open evening to celebrate Hidden Hero’s Day. They had a chance to tour the establishment and visit all the different departments to see all the amazing work they do for our residents 🎗

Here is the latest in a line of prisoner testimonials about the amazing Re-start Programme going on in workshop 6. This is lead by officer Dave Adamson and Instructor Michaela Fennel-Hyden. Fabulous work🌟

Now we are operating at a full regime, it’s great to be able to offer all the activities contained in our 73 paged Guide to Employment and Education. Here is just a small sample to what is on offer to our prisoners.

We were delighted to be joined by the Mayor and Mayoress for a tour of the prison. Officer Stephen Edwards kindly facilitated the visit. It was a great opportunity to show all of the amazing things going on inside HMP Stafford. 🎗

HMP_Stafford great to support the PPG Social Prescribing team and their nomination for the Nursing Times magazine 🐕

Today we’ve published plans for how we will work with partners to drive down reoffending across the region – cutting crime, preventing victims and helping people on probation to make a positive contribution to society.
gov.uk/government/pub…

Well done to our Officer Charlie Young in representing HMPPS in the World Police and Fire games in Rotterdam. Coming runners up to the Brazil military police. You should all be really proud of your silver medal. Aim for gold next year in Canada 🥈⚽️

Heigh hi, heigh ho it’s off to work we go. I’m meant to be off today but Amber is off to HMP_Stafford to bring some happiness & well-being (thankfully it’s cooler so safe for her to be in). Practice Plus Group Pets As Therapy Leah Douglas Ian West ShakespeareUnBard #socialprescribing