Modular specialist Reds10 secures a project to deliver 152 open prison spaces in North Yorkshire, featuring prisoner workforce integration by 2028.
Modular construction specialist Reds10 has been selected to deliver 152 new accommodation spaces at an open prison in North Yorkshire. The scheme, which is scheduled for completion in 2028, will also integrate prisoners into the delivery process, providing them with practical experience on site and in modern methods of construction (MMC).
The contract highlights the UK government's continued reliance on offsite, volumetric construction to expand its custodial estate quickly and efficiently. Modern methods of construction allow a significant portion of the build to be completed offsite in controlled factory conditions, minimizing onsite disruption and tightening project delivery timelines compared to traditional brick-and-block builds.
Inclusion of prisoner labor on the scheme provides valuable vocational training in modern construction techniques. With the UK construction sector facing persistent skilled labor shortages, practical schemes that train individuals in offsite assembly, fitting out, and onsite installation help address the broader skills gap facing the industry.
What does this mean for a UK tradesperson or DIYer actually buying this kit — does it change what they should pay, buy, or watch out for?
For local joiners, electricians, and sub-contractors, this project signifies where major public sector capital expenditure is heading. While it won't directly alter the shelf price of power tools at Screwfix or timber at Travis Perkins, it underlines the shift toward offsite building systems. Tradespeople looking to secure sub-contracting work on large-scale public projects should ensure their skill sets and tooling align with modular assembly, drylining systems, and pre-fabricated service installations rather than solely traditional onsite methods.
Reported by Construction Management — original article
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