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<p>Information on the number of public sector prison staff who were subject to conduct
& disciplinary action since 2014/15 is given in table 1 in the attached spreadsheet.
Figures are presented by financial year up to 2022-23.</p><p> </p><p>While the vast
majority of Prison Service staff are hardworking and honest, we take all and any allegations
extremely seriously and is investigated and where appropriate, disciplinary action
is taken. There is no place in His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS)
for any form of unacceptable behaviour.</p><p> </p><p>The Tackling Unacceptable Behaviours
Unit (TUBU) was established in August 2020 and this has been followed by an increase
in reported cases. Its aim is to help improve the working environment by providing
support, insight and expertise to staff who raise concerns. The services TUBU provides
include a confidential helpline to support staff who are experiencing any form of
unacceptable behaviour; a mediation service to resolve workplace conflict; and an
investigation service.</p><p> </p><p>The investigation service enables managers to
obtain advice and signposting, and gives access to qualified investigators where there
is an allegation of bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation.</p><p>
</p><p>These measures now mean staff are reporting unacceptable behaviour more often.</p><p>
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