Galliford Try has announced that its building business has been appointed by Bridgend Custodial Service Limited, in co-operation with G4S Care and Justice Services (UK) Limited and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), to build the second phase of the HM Prison & Young Offenders' Institution Parc in Bridgend, South Wales.

The £35m contract will involve the creation of a new house block containing 216 cells that will accommodate 387 prisoners. In addition, a new two storey industrial workshop and education building will be built, along with a visitor centre and gatehouse. A new 350-space car park, extended perimeter walls and security fencing will also be created.

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Galliford Try Chief Executive Greg Fitzgerald commented: "We are delighted to have been selected again by G4S and the MoJ following the successful completion of phase one at HMP Parc. This contract demonstrates the difference our proactive approach to partnering with our clients and delivering their requirements makes in a competitive market place."

(CD/JP)