John Podmore

John Podmore

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John Podmore is a former governor of several high-security prisons in the UK, including HMP Brixton and HMP Belmarsh, as well as a former prison inspector. He has been vocal about the systemic issues within the prison service, particularly highlighting the complexities involved in prisoner transfers and the need for comprehensive oversight to prevent operational errors that can lead to dangerous situations.

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John Podmore, a former governor of Belmarsh prison, recalls a failed attempt at socialization 30 years ago when Bronson took Iraqi prisoners hostage.

Jutarnji list - FOTO Najnasilniji zatvorenik na svijetu na pragu slobode nakon 50 godine kaveza
Jutarnji List – Croatian daily newspaper, est. 1998·CroatiaCroatia· 2026-02-20
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John Podmore, a former Belmarsh governor, has said he once placed Charles Bronson in a normal cell and worked to curb his behaviour.

Who is Charles Bronson? Britain’s most notorious prisoner, will he finally be released after 50 years? | World News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-02-20
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John Podmore commented on the complexities of moving prisoners and the failures in the system.

Police hunt Epping migrant sex offender released in error
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-25
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