Ligature deaths in prisons in England and Wales: trends and reduction strategies
An analysis of long-term trends and strategies for reducing ligature deaths in prisons in England and Wales.
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An analysis of long-term trends and strategies for reducing ligature deaths in prisons in England and Wales.