This article reports on a study finding that Coracle’s in-cell laptops are linked to a significant reduction in violence in UK prisons. It explains that research by Crest Advisory suggests prisons using the devices experience fewer assaults, with the technology helping to reduce tension by giving prisoners access to structured education and activities. The study also claims wider benefits, including improved rehabilitation outcomes and lower reoffending, contributing to substantial cost savings for the justice system. Overall, the piece presents prison EdTech as a practical tool for improving safety and supporting rehabilitation inside overcrowded prisons.
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