Outrage as Teen Girl Forcibly Stripped in Prison; Calls for Reform at YOI Wetherby
March 5, 2024
Chief Inspector Charlie Taylor is shocked by a report showing a vulnerable teen girl was forcibly stripped by male guards at YOI Wetherby.
The report highlights that 24 children were strip-searched at the facility, half of them restrained, with pain-inducing techniques used nine times.
YOI Wetherby records the highest self-harm rates in the country, with three female inmates responsible for over 50% of the incidents.
Children's Commissioner and advocacy groups demand immediate government action to address the treatment of children at YOI Wetherby.
The Ministry of Justice claims restraint is used sparingly and stresses the need for specialized support for inmates with complex needs.
Suicide prevention and crisis support helplines are mentioned, indicating the severity of mental health issues at the institution.
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The Guardian • Mar 5, 2024
Girl at YOI Wetherby was twice stripped by male officers, watchdog says
BBC News • Mar 5, 2024
Teen girl restrained and stripped by male prison staff, inspectors say
Evening Standard • Mar 5, 2024
Watchdog ‘shocked’ after male prison guards forcibly strip girl inmate