Our duty is to look after them with humanity and to help them lead law-abiding lives in custody and after release

Objectives; To:

• Protect the public by holding those committed by the courts in a safe, decent, and healthy environment;
• Reduce crime by providing constructive regimes which address offending behaviour, improve educational and work skills and promote law-abiding behaviour in custody and after release.

Principles; To:

• Deal fairly, openly, and humanely with prisoners and all others who come into contact with us;
• Encourage prisoners to address offending behaviour and respect others;
• Value and support each other’s contribution;
• Promote equality of opportunity for all and combat discrimination wherever it occurs;
• Work constructively with criminal justice agencies and other organisations;
• Obtain best value from the resources available.