Secure Custodial and Prison Cell Lighting
Explore specialist custodial lighting solutions designed for secure environments. At Light Years Ahead, we specialise in custodial lighting suitable for prison cell lighting, that meets strict Ministry of Justice (MoJ) standards, combining robustness with energy efficiency.
Ministry of Justice Approved Prison, Police Holding Cell and Court Cell Light Fittings
As a leading specialist designer and manufacturer of fully compliant Ministry of Justice custodial lighting, we work proactively with all parties from contractors and clients to deliver safe and efficient lighting. Understanding that wellbeing and rehabilitation are important elements of the custodial environment, our safety considerations are balanced with design and development for future needs.
We design and manufacture robust, anti-ligature and impact-resistant luminaires built specifically for prisons, police stations, courtrooms and detention facilities. With decades of experience and UK-based production, our fittings are tested well beyond standard benchmarks, providing dependable performance where failure isn’t an option.
Built for Safety and Security
Our custodial luminaires are designed to minimise risk, resist tampering, and ensure the safety of both occupants and staff. With anti-ligature features and impact-resistant construction, they deliver peace of mind in high-security environments.
Engineered for Endurance
Manufactured to meet the highest IK and IP ratings, our fittings are built to withstand the toughest conditions — from prisons and police cells to secure hospitals and holding areas. Long-life LEDs and durable materials reduce maintenance needs and ensure reliable performance over time.
Energy Efficiency
Every watt counts in large-scale custodial facilities. Our LED technology and smart lighting controls optimise energy use without compromising visibility or security. Our dynamic lighting options can adapted to suit operational needs.
Trusted Compliance
We work closely with custodial estates and compliance bodies to ensure our lighting solutions align with the latest MoJ standards and project specifications. From retrofit upgrades to new installations, we provide end-to-end support to ensure quality and compliance at every stage.
Designed for Wellbeing
While durability is essential, the human impact of lighting cannot be overlooked. Our MelaGen® technology supports natural circadian rhythms, helping to create environments that are less stressful and more conducive to rehabilitation.
Anti-Ligature Lighting for Cells
Our custodial luminaires are manufactured to adhere to both Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Standard Cell Approval (STD/E/SPEC/021) and MoJ Safer Cell Approval (STD/E/SPEC/022). These standards are in place to ensure all cell or bedroom lights are tested and approved on a list of specified products.
Light Years Ahead design and build many products which feature on these lists, so you can be confident in the safety of our fittings – we are also experts in what level of anti-ligature lighting is needed for your estate – whether it is court cell lights, police station holding cell lighting, prison cells lights or even for communal areas, such as shower lighting and prison corridor or stairwell lighting.
Custodial Lighting Solutions for Prisons, Police Cells and Secure Environments
At Light Years Ahead, we work with you to ensure that standard and safer-cell lighting does not contribute to abuse or self harm and that fittings cannot result in burns or other incidents. Our lighting solutions are British designed and manufactured onsite at our dedicated plant in Suffolk.
HMPPS-Approved Custodial Lighting
Lighting in custodial environments must do more than meet basic performance requirements, it must actively support safety, security and operational reliability. We work closely with estates teams, consultants and contractors to deliver reliable lighting for new-builds, refurbishments and retrofit programmes, with a focus on safety, efficiency and long-term value.
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