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A prison guard has been charged after allegations of having an inappropriate relationship with a prisoner at one of Scotland’s most notorious jails.

Police Scotland said the 33-year-old woman has been arrested and charged in connection with “wilful neglect of duty” at HMP Barlinnie in Glasgow.

A force spokesperson added: “She’s due to appear in court at a later date.”

A prison cell at HMP Barlinnie. Pic: PA
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A prison cell at HMP Barlinnie. Pic: PA

A Scottish Prison Service (SPS) spokesperson said: “As this matter is subject to proceedings, it would be inappropriate to comment further.”

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The near 144-year-old HMP Barlinnie – known as The Big Hoose and Bar-L – is due to be replaced by HMP Glasgow.

However, the £1bn development is not expected to open until 2028.

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