When you first come into the prison, it can take a bit of time to get used to the prison regime and rules.  Here is a little bit of information about prison rules and jargon to help you get started.  This list does not cover everything and the prisoner will find more information in the induction book.  Prison rules are designed to help everyone. 

•The prison does not tolerate any violence or poor behaviour so you must treat all prisoners and staff with respect, regardless of their individual characteristics.

•Traditional smoking is not allowed in the prison, except in your cell where you can use E-Cigarette purchased from the prison canteen. This means you must not smoke on the landings.

•When you come out of your cell, you must be fully dressed and wearing shoes/trainers.

•Do not borrow tobacco or snacks from anyone else in the prison; you could get into trouble with prison and could face warnings or adjudications. Also if you borrow something from another prisoner, most expect you to pay at least double back (this is called ‘double bubble’) and so you will quickly get into debt.  Sometimes when people are in debt, they may face threats or intimidation from others.

•The possession and use of any drugs (unless prescribed by healthcare) or alcohol is not allowed in prison. The prison does regular searching and testing.  You should not give or receive medication from anyone else in the prison.

• Association’ is the time you are allowed out of your cell. You will hear 2 bells or a screw shouting behind your doors at the end of association.  After the first bell, you must make your way back to your cell.  By the second bell, you need to be back in your cell.

•Your cell call bell is for emergencies only, Prison staff don’t like you using the cell bell to request toilet rolls.

• You should call prison officers and Governors by their surname, e.g. Mr/Mrs Smith/Gov Smith. Most agency staff (such as Resettlement and Addiction) will introduce themselves by their first name and you can call them by this.