Written question asked by Malcolm Moss (Conservative) on Tuesday, 4 November 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 November 2008. It was answered by Shahid Malik (Labour) on Wednesday, 12 November 2008 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Whitemoor Prison: Islam
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Justice what arrangements there are for (a) searching and (b) questioning those visiting Muslim prisoners at HMP Whitemoor.
- Answer
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All visitors to Whitemoor are searched on entering the prison to ensure that unauthorised items are not being brought in. In conducting searches, staff are aware of religious and cultural issues and make special arrangements to accommodate these, while not compromising security. All visitors are required to confirm their identity.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 482 c1162W; 234018
- Session
- 2007-08
- Subjects
- Islam HMP Whitemoor
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