In line with the Government's commitment to rehabilitation and modern practices, our Justice & Immigration business has been selected as the first operator of HMP and YOI Fosse Way, a state-of-the-art resettlement prison in Leicester that opened in mid-2023. With a focus on providing a secure, safe, and conducive environment for around 1,700 prisoners, our aim is to reduce re-offending rates through innovative programs and initiatives.
HMP Fosse Way is one of the newest prisons in the UK, specifically designed to prioritize education, training, and employment opportunities for prisoners upon their release. Our ultimate goal is to equip inmates with new skills and qualifications that will enable them to secure meaningful employment in key industries upon reintegration into society.
In collaboration with local employers, Serco is facilitating on-the-job training opportunities for prisoners through release on temporary licence (ROTL) programs. This initiative is aimed at assisting individuals in transitioning from incarceration to paid employment, thereby reducing the likelihood of reoffending.
The prison also offers over 600 permanent job opportunities across various sectors, including roles in prisoner officer positions, healthcare, education, psychology, and administration. Through these employment opportunities, we are committed to supporting the rehabilitation and successful reintegration of individuals within the community.
The HMP Fosse Way Story
HMP Fosse Way is built on the site previously occupied by HMP Glen Parva which closed it’s gates in 2017. The competition to choose a new name for the prison was run by the HM Prison and Probation Service amongst the local community and after a six-week consultation, the name Fosse Way was chosen. The origin of the name Fosse Way is deep rooted in South Leicestershire, and was a roman road originally built to link key areas such as Exeter, Lincoln, Bath and Leicester across the country. The name is also popular with a number of local businesses and venues so seemed a fitting choice.
The community has already played a central part in the new prison and we look forward to forging close ties with the people of South Leicestershire as we operate the establishment in the coming years.
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