Wife confirms Brand moved from Wandsworth to category C prison on podcast

Transfer to HMP Littlehey

Independent Monitoring Board figures show Littlehey held more than 1,200 prisoners in January 2025. It is among Europe’s largest prisons for men convicted of sexual offences.

Wife speaks on podcast

Laura Brand made her first public comments since her husband was jailed during the couple’s podcast on Sunday. She said they had spoken and reported that he was “OK and is praying.” Laura also told listeners they trusted God’s plan, while acknowledging the situation was painful and would take adjustment. She read a message from Brand, who described prison staff as “strong”, “kind” and “dedicated”, and asked people to support his wife and family.

Life at Wandsworth

Before the transfer, a source close to Brand said he was coping “remarkably well considering the circumstances” at Wandsworth. The source also said he had moved from isolation to a main wing.

A Wandsworth staff member described excitement among inmates when Brand arrived, including shouting and banging on cell doors. The staff member also reported anger over his crimes, while staff at other prisons told the BBC that his celebrity and offences could make him a target.

Sentence and public profile

The couple continued their YouTube podcast during the trial, often reading Bible passages and discussing religion. Sunday’s programme also included an episode Laura said had been recorded before Brand’s imprisonment, featuring the couple singing a Woody Guthrie song and praying together.