"The attack reportedly happened during a Taylor Swift-themed workshop, resulting in injuries to 10 others, highlighting the escalation of violence in prisons."
"The prison officer who was attacked was hospitalized as a precaution but discharged the same day and is expected to return to work next week."
"Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood revealed plans for a snap review on protective body armour use, addressing rising violence against prison staff."
"Statistics reveal a disturbing trend with prison staff assaults in England and Wales reaching a decade-high, emphasizing the urgent need for corrective measures."
Police are investigating an attack on a prison officer at HMP Belmarsh, allegedly by triple killer Axel Rudakubana, who used boiling water as a weapon. The officer was hospitalized for precaution but discharged the same day, likely to return to work soon. This incident highlights rising violence in prisons, as assaults on staff have reached a decade-high, with 10,605 incidents reported last year alone. Plans for protective measures, including the trial of Tasers and body armor, have been announced by government officials.
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