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<p>The Government publishes quarterly statistics on violence in prison, and a more
detailed annual breakdown, which are both available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/safety-in-custody-statistics"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/safety-in-custody-statistics</a>.</p><p>
</p><p>The Government is taking unprecedented action to improve safety in prisons
and reduce the level of crime in prisons. We are rolling out our key worker model
to provide individual support to each prisoner from a dedicated officer. We have equipped
officers with body-worn cameras and are rolling out PAVA incapacitant spray to help
prevent serious harm to staff and prisoners when dealing with violent incidents. As
part of our £2.75 billion plan to transform the prison estate, we are investing £100
million to bolster security and tackle the supply of illicit items which drive prison
violence.</p><p> </p><p>Up to £2.5 billion will be spent on creating 10,000 additional
modern prison places to crack down on crime. Modern prisons provide better opportunities
to reform criminals and cut the £18 billion cost of reoffending to society each year.
Newer prisons are also more efficient to run and benefit the taxpayer in the longer
term.</p>
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