The plans lodged with Breckland Council seek permission to demolish parts of HMP Wayland in Griston and build a four-storey house block.

The application also includes a new education building, kitchen and sports pitch for inmates as part of the extension and refurbishment of the prison.

The plans would increase capacity from 1,000 to 1,250 at a time when the prison is on the verge of overflowing.

HMP Wayland is nearing capacity (Image: Angela Sharpe) The application has been submitted to Breckland Council by the........

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