
Frontline to Cell Block – What It’s REALLY Like Working in a UK Prison
What’s it really like working inside a UK prison?In this episode of the FrontLine Security Podcast, Carl sits down with Lester Hales, a Prison Custody Officer with 15 years of experience in the security industry — and a Royal Humane Society bravery medal to prove it.We talk about:Life behind the prison wallsOfficer corruption and how it’s spottedThe mental health challenges prisoners faceHow Lester was assaulted on duty before earning national recognitionAnd the skills he brought from private security into the prison systemIt’s raw, insightful, and packed with real frontline experiences — from riots and restraint training to teamwork and second chances.










