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Spring Hill Prison Under Fire | Auckland News
Spring Hill prison is in crisis, with inspectors uncovering shocking conditions: dead pigeons, rampant excrement, and rampant gang activity affecting 53% of inmates. Staff morale is low, staffing shortages are chronic, and contraband—especially nicotine lozenges traded like currency—is rampant. Drug testing hasn’t been done in five years, and new inmates are often targeted. Corrections is responding by reinstating drug tests, hiring 45 new custodians, and tackling the pigeon problem—but they say many issues are already being addressed as part of ongoing reforms. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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