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Overcrowded Welsh prisons putting safety at risk, say MPs

Overcrowded Welsh prisons putting safety at risk, say MPs
BBC Wales Tuesday 09 June 2026, 07:04 UTC 1 min read
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The challenges in Welsh prisons are undermining the safety of staff and prisoners, MPs warn.

The challenges in Welsh prisons are undermining the safety of staff and prisoners, MPs warn.
Welsh (LOCATION)
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