Senior prison officials from across the British Isles have been given a tour of the Isle of Man's new jail. The facility at Jurby is being built to ensure the island meets international obligations on custody standards and extends education for inmates.
About 140 people are currently working to install safer furniture in cells to minimise the risk of self harm.
The new prison, which has 138 cells in five separate wings, is scheduled for completion by November.
Vulnerable inmates
Home Affairs Minister Martyn Quayle added: "Outside, the perimeter wall is 94% complete.
"It will be one of the last things to be finished because at the moment the gap is used for site access by the contractor," he said.
When it opens, A and B wings will house adult prisoners, C wing will be for young offenders and D wing for women.
E wing will provide health care and accommodation for vulnerable prisoners.
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