North West 'super prison' plans could lead to end of infamous Strangeways

An inspection report four Strangeways was in an "appalling state" and was plagued by violence and organised crime

Plans for a new 'super prison' in the North West could help pave the way for the eventual closure of Strangeways, the Manchester Evening News understands.This week Andy Burnham's government announced the contract for a new 1,700-place jail in Leyland, Lancs had been signed. It was part of a wider drive to 'ensure the c