Select SUDEP or Non-SUDEP to filter concerns and reports. Counts are PFD reports, not deaths.
About this dataset
We searched all 6,433 reports in the published corpus using a fixed text-search method, then assessed 317 candidates against source-based inclusion criteria. Ninety reports were included. Epilepsy had to be materially relevant to the death or a substantive coroner’s concern; incidental mentions were excluded.
Eligibility and SUDEP assignment were assessed with GPT-5.6 Sol and checked for valid source quotations. Assignment uses a balance-of-probabilities threshold: SUDEP or non-SUDEP must be more likely than not on the report’s evidence. The exact term SUDEP need not appear. Genuinely unclear eligible reports remain in All only. These are model-assisted documentary assessments, not independently validated clinical diagnoses.
The search can miss reports with sparse terminology or incomplete source text. This dataset does not represent all epilepsy deaths. Recurring concerns and responses are taken from the existing published evidence. Published corpus snapshot: 7 September 2026. Cohort selection updated 5 November 2026. The title shows the first and last included reports’ publication dates.
Reports over time
Matching reports published each year within the selected date range.
* 2026 is projected from reports observed to 7 Sep 2026.
Only concerns related to the selected recurring concern and their linked actions and positions are shown. Other concerns are counted within each report.
Actions and positions describe what recipients stated in published responses. Select a statement to read its source wording.
South Wales Central
Concerns raised2
Failure to maintain the gate house at a security level that restricts entry of illicit materials
Failure to maintain prison-block windows at a security level that restricts entry of illicit materials
This report raised 1 other concern. They are not shown here because they do not form part of this recurring concern.
Responses linked to these concerns
Each statement is shown once, even when linked to more than one concern.
Actions described in response An action is something a respondent says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to the concern raised.6
Action
Plan expansion works for a new Gate House and refurbishment of the existing Gate House to accommodate Enhanced Gate Security.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 4 February 2026.
Action
Use specialist screening equipment routinely to screen staff, professional visitors and social visitors entering the prison.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 4 February 2026.
Action
Fund and deploy additional external dog patrols to reduce contraband throwovers and support searching.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 4 February 2026.
Action
Develop a business case seeking funding for staffing and additional dogs to support searching seven days a week during core hours.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 4 February 2026.
Action
Expand the Special Searching Team to increase the frequency and quality of staff and visitor searches.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 4 February 2026.
Action
Deliver the phased replacement of vulnerable prison windows to reduce contraband ingress.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 4 February 2026.
Respondent positions A position is what a respondent says about the concern when they do not describe a specific action.3
Position
A temporary gatehouse extension was not pursued because existing interim searching measures were considered a better use of finances, though less comprehensive.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPExisting arrangements considered sufficientThe respondent said that existing arrangements were sufficient, so no further action was needed.
Position
HMPPS must approve and fund building-design changes, while G4S is contracted only to manage and maintain the existing facility.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPRedirects responsibilityThe respondent said that another organisation was responsible for deciding or taking action.
Position
Window replacement cannot be completed widescale or faster because approved suppliers, specialist contractors, prisoner relocation and security logistics constrain delivery.
Stated by Clyde & Co Claims LLPUnable to actThe respondent said that a constraint prevented them from taking the relevant action.
Surrey
Concerns raised2
Use of drones to deliver drugs and other contraband into prison
Easy availability of new psychoactive substances in prison
This report raised 3 other concerns. They are not shown here because they do not form part of this recurring concern.
Responses linked to these concerns
Each statement is shown once, even when linked to more than one concern.
Actions described in response An action is something a respondent says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to the concern raised.7
Action
Deliver staff upskilling to improve responses to drone activity affecting prisons.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
Action
Conduct vulnerability assessments across the prison estate to understand drone risks and inform mitigation plans.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
Action
Invest over £40 million in physical security across 34 prisons, including anti-drone measures at more than 15 priority prisons.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
Action
Develop comprehensive guidance for responding to drone activity affecting prisons.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
Action
Provide trace-detection equipment to all public sector prisons to identify drugs on physical items.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
Action
Operate X-ray body scanners in all adult male closed prisons to detect and deter internally concealed illicit items.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
Action
Equip 54 priority establishments with enhanced gate security, including metal detectors and X-ray baggage scanners, to screen staff and visitors.
Stated by HM Prison and Probation ServiceStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 8 December 2025.
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