In this powerful and moving memoir, Alex attempts to make sense of her experiences in prison by confronting the harsh reality of life on the inside and examining them from different angles. In an overwhelmingly masculine environment, where strength and aggression are routinely on show, Alex’s view is particularly important. Kim Kardashian and daughter North West dress up as Clueless characters Cher and Dionne for Halloween Heidi Klum tantalisingly reveals just PART of her Halloween look after weeks of speculation... so what WILL the queen of the costumes dress as? I’d joined because I wanted to make a difference but I reached the point where I didn’t feel I could any more.’

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A true, compassionate and honest account of what it is to work in our prisons.’ Dr Gwen Adshead, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Devil You Know This is a no holds barred depiction of life in prison and its many devastating and astonishing, and sometimes inspiring, consequences. As a woman in this environment, her perspective feels especially urgent. Marc writes (main picture): I specifically focused on the South Africa captain Siya Kolisi, far left, as he sung the... Marc writes (main picture): I specifically focused on the South Africa captain Siya Kolisi, far left, as he sung the national anthem, Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika, as he sings with so much passion and emotion. Kaley Cuoco dishes out a treat as she dresses daughter Matilda in FIVE adorable outfits for her first Halloween Emilia Clarke reveals what her true fears were after suffering a brain haemorrhage: 'I wasn't afraid of dying. I was afraid of being fired!'A true, compassionate and honest account of what it is to work in our prisons.' Dr Gwen Adshead, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Devil You Know Halloween, Hollywood style! Hailey Bieber, Kylie and Kendall Jenner, and Christina Aguilera get into a spooky mood After Alex resigned from the prison service in 2020, she won first place in the Beechmore Life Writing Competition. She is a hugely gifted writer. And she is one with a powerful and important story to tell. TIMES HEALTH COMMISSION Suicidal children have to ‘make several attempts’ before accessing NHS mental health services

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Moreover, “Behind These Doors” prompts critical examination of the prison system itself. South raises important questions about the effectiveness of punitive measures and the need for a more rehabilitative approach to incarceration. By highlighting the often overlooked issues faced by both inmates and staff, the book encourages readers to engage in meaningful discussions about the criminal justice system and the potential for positive change. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Christina Aguilera transforms into her Burlesque costar Cher while Justin and Hailey Bieber are Flintstones as they join stars on Halloween eve

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Furthermore, South’s book offers a critical examination of the prison system itself. She raises important questions about the effectiveness of punitive measures and explores alternative approaches to rehabilitation. By challenging prevailing narratives and offering fresh insights, she invites readers to reconsider their preconceived notions about corrections and encourages a more compassionate and holistic approach to criminal justice. Not just because he was scared but because I suspected he didn’t quite realise what was to come. No one had ever done anything like that to Simpson before. No one would have dared. Kim and Khloe Kardashian dress up in plaid mini skirts as Bratz dolls for Halloween... after Kylie Jenner collaborated with the toy brand Alex South is a former Prison Officer with ten years’ experience working for Her Majesty’s Prison Service. She has worked at HMP Whittemore, HMP Wormwood Scrubs and HMP Belmarsh as an Officer, Senior Officer and Custodial Manager. During her time at these prisons, Alex was deployed to numerous live incidents in her capacity as a trained riot commander and hostage negotiator. Kerry becomes the fourth contestant to leave Big Brother 2023: NHS Manager is EVICTED after Noky and Trish's nominations were revealedKing Charles nearly takes a tumble as he trips on artificial grass (before keeping calm and putting on his sunglasses) during visit to Kenya with Camilla At her second prison, Wormwood Scrubs, a prisoner on suicide watch told South that he hated himself for the pleasure he felt on seeing women afraid of him. But South was savvy to the convoluted psychology of sex offenders. She knew that he might be getting yet further gratification from sharing his shame with her and passed his case on to another officer. Later, when meeting a rapist for whom she felt prison was neither sufficiently punishing nor rehabilitating, she wondered if, in looking after him, she was “betraying the women he’s hurt”. James Blunt reveals hilarious reason he couldn't meet Elizabeth Taylor during a bizarre visit to her home Drag queen Courtney Act reveals thereason she was 'so grumpy' behind the scenes on The Masked Singer Australia: 'It takes all the fun out of it' James Haskell is seen for the first time since Chloe Madeley split while she sports racy boots for outing with daughter Bodhi