From time to time, the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman (PPO) is asked to carry out special investigations that go beyond our usual remit. These are usually launched after events that have highlighted serious issues.
View special investigations carried out before 2021
2026
The restraint of pregnant women during pregnancy-related hospital escorts
Started: March 2026
Status: In progress
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2024
Isle of Man Prison – death investigation
Started: November 2024
Status: Complete
Read the PPO report: Investigation into the death of John Corran
2023
Medomsley Detention Centre – Operation Deerness
Started: October 2023
Status: Complete
Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre
Started: April 2023
Status: Complete
Isle of Man Prison – death investigation
Started: February 2023
Status: Complete
Read the PPO report: Investigation into the death of Christopher Corkill
2022
Isle of Man Prison – death investigation
Started: November 2022
Status: Complete
Read the PPO report: Investigation into the death of Craig Anderson