Inside Barlinnie

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2024

Inside 'The Big Hoose'. The reality of life behind the bars of Scotland's infamous prison. As it finally closes its doors, staff and inmates reflect on a violent, chaotic history.

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The Siege of Barlinnie Prison | Inside Barlinnie

Inside Barlinnie Prison | Darren McGarvey: The State We’re In

Seasons

3 Episodes • Premiered 2024

Inside 'The Big Hoose'. The reality of life behind the bars of Scotland's infamous prison. As it finally closes its doors, staff and inmates reflect on a violent, chaotic history.

1. Us and Them

After 142 years, HMP Barlinnie is closing its doors. The prison is Scotland’s largest jail and houses over 1,400 inmates in five gigantic Victorian halls.

2. Escape

Inmate Jamie relapses with the temptation of illegal drugs. Darren calls in the chaplain to help him with self-harm attempts and suicide.

3. Throw Away the Keys?

Albanian drug dealer Robert fights deportation while desperately hoping to be returned to his son. Violent offender John searches for a new start to try and beat his alcohol addiction.

Cast

Jamie Lee

Narrator

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