Prison Staff Snubbed by Supermarkets Despite Frontline Risk
Prison officers face a shocking double standard: banned from shopping during key worker hours in some stores. Meanwhile, they risk their health daily protecting the public from dangerous criminals.
Deadly Covid Risk Behind Bars
Prisoners may hide Covid-19 symptoms to avoid 14-day isolation in their cells. That means staff walk straight into potential infections — putting themselves and their families in danger.
More Than Just Guards: Unsung Heroes Behind Bars
- Extinguishing cell fires like firefighters
- Performing CPR on suicide attempts
- Breaking up violent incidents just like police officers
- Providing a calming presence in chaotic moments
All this without the luxury of a canteen or cafe, working long, stressful shifts. Yet, when it comes to supermarket access, prison staff are left out in the cold.
Time for Supermarkets to Step Up
Come on, supermarkets! Let prison officers shop during key worker hours while shelves still have food. They deserve the same treatment as other emergency service workers.
