Last updated: 16 January 2026
Duty Governor
The governor in charge of the routine day-to-day operation of a prison, particularly outside normal working hours and at weekends. They have authority to make decisions on operational matters and respond to incidents.
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SMT
Senior Management Team - the team of governors and other senior managers responsible for the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of a prison.