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• why prison is ineffective - overcrowded

  Overcrowding is a widespread problem in many Scottish prisons. This is ineffective as overcrowding can lead to problems such as increased fights and drug use. During the pandemic, it has also in some prisons across the UK accelerated the spread of Covid through cells. For example, HMP Barlinnie in Glasgow is operating at 140% capacity with more than 1,400 inmates.
• why are prisons ineffective- too much money

  It costs a lot of money to keep someone in prison that could be put to better use by being spent on healthcare or education. This is ineffective as that criminal might then end up on benefits costing tax payers more. According to the Scottish Government it cost £35,000 a year to keep an offender in prison in 2019. This is much more expensive than non-custodial methods of sentencing
• why are prisons ineffective - poor mental health

  Many prisoners come from a background of violence and abuse. This is ineffective as many do not receive treatment in prison which might mean they will continue to turn to crime upon release. The Scotsman newspapers reported that there is a demand for urgent action on mental health support in Scottish prisons