HMP Prescoed

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A purpose built hutted camp erected by prisoner labour and opened in 1939 as an open Borstal. It continued as a Borstal until 1964 when it became a Detention Centre. In 1983 it became an open Youth Custody Centre, changing to an open YOI in 1988. It is a satellite of HMP Usk which is located about three miles away.

Governor: Mr David R. Ward

Accommodation: Six modern, purpose- built, detached living units each of 20 single rooms. Each inmate has own room key. Association areas are in buildings known as 'Ancilliary A' (adults) and 'Ancilliary B' (YOs). Wheelchair access to all areas. A new 40 bed unit recently installed to take 40 adults, 20 of which will be lifers.

Operational Capacity: 170 as of 31st January 2006