# Pressure on Burnham to Act on Zero-Hours Prison Guards

Campaigners and unions are urging Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to intervene over the use of zero-hours contracts for custody officers at a private prison. They argue the practice undermines staff stability and prison safety, and are calling for a review.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/18/burnham-zero-hours-custody-officers-private-prison) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:00:16 GMT