A security cell in Romerike Prison, Ullersmo Unit. Photo: The Parliamentary Ombud

Visit Report – Romerike Prison, Ullersmo Unit

The Parliamentary Ombud’s National Preventive Mechanism examined the use of security cells in Romerike Prison, Ullersmo Unit.

Placement in a security cell is a coercive measure that exposes the prisoner to a high risk of inhuman or degrading treatment.

During the period 1 January 2024 – 6 February 2025 the prison made 27 placements in a security cell.