Prison gang related activity in England

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Wood, J. and Adler, J. 2001. Prison gang related activity in England. Psychology, Crime and Law. 7 (1), pp. 167-192.
TypeArticle
TitlePrison gang related activity in England
AuthorsWood, J. and Adler, J.
Abstract

Gang behaviour has been associated with serious problems in American prisons (e.g., Fong and Buentello, 1991). This study explored the possible existence of indicators of gang activity in English prisons. Surveys of problems consistent with gang activity were completed by 374 prison staff in 16 prisons that were representative of the English Prison Estate. Results showed significant differences between categories of institution. The most gang-related activity was reported in male Medium security prisons and Young Offender Institutions. The lowest reported incidence was in both male Low and High security prisons. Female establishments demonstrated levels lower only than Medium security male prisons. Discussion focuses concern on the levels of gang activity apparently present in the Medium security English Prisons and suggests directions for further research.

Research GroupForensic Psychology Research group
PublisherTaylor & Francis (Routledge)
JournalPsychology, Crime and Law
ISSN1068-316X
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Print2001
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Deposited08 Apr 2010
Output statusPublished
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LanguageEnglish
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