The bizarre way prisoners are being taught to become scaffolders without using ladders

INMATES are being taught scaffolding in prison — without any ladders to aid an escape.

Instead lags learn the trade on virtual reality headsets — the first time they have been allowed behind bars.

GettyPrisoners are learning scaffolding by using virtual reality headsets (stock picture)[/caption] AlamyPrisoners are being trained to become scaffolders after they are freed – but without using ladders (stock picture)[/caption]

The scheme aims to get them jobs on release rather than return to crime.