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Prison populations reach an all-time high

Scotland's prison population has reached an all-time high, according to the latest figures. A total of 7609 prisoners were in custody last Friday, around 1000 above capacity and nearly 20% more than 10 years ago. (with video)

Scotland's prison population has reached an all-time high, according to the latest figures.

A total of 7609 prisoners were in custody last Friday, around 1000 above capacity and nearly 20% more than 10 years ago.