#HMYOI Wetherby

The Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) at Wetherby Young Offenders Institution (YOI) raises a number of concerns in its 2022-23 annual report, most notably regarding the high levels of violence. The number of serious assaults perpetrated against staff or between young people impacts the running of the establishment, resulting in less time out of room and an unpredictable regime, understandably leading to increased feelings of frustration and uncertainty amongst young people.

The combination of staff shortages and a demanding and complex population has led to rises in violence, high rates of self-harm and insufficient time for education and exercise at Wetherby Young Offenders Institution, says the Independent Monitoring Board in its annual report released today.