UK's largest prison sees violence and drug use rise

The UK's largest prison has been criticised after an inspection found a rise in levels of drug use and increased violence.

A report by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons Charlie Taylor said progress at HMP Berwyn in Wrexham was being hampered by an influx of prisoners from overcrowded jails in England.

But the report added a relatively-new prison governor had displayed "capable" leadership qualities and staff recruitment had improved.

A prison service spokesperson said a "comprehensive action plan" was underway at the prison to address issues around drug use and self-harm.