First positive Covid 19 case discovered in long term inmate at Stocken prison.

Previously cases had been picked up in new arrivals.

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Author: Andy MarshPublished 29th Jan 2021
Last updated 29th Jan 2021

Stocken Prison has had its first positive case of Covid-19 in a long term inmate.

Around 10 cases have previously been reported in new arrivals.

They were isolated straight away.

Governor Neil Thompson says it's been a really tough few weeks.

He fears things may get worse.