Written question asked by Roy Thomason (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 February 1997. It was answered by Ann Widdecombe (Conservative) on Thursday, 20 February 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: What discussions the Minister responsible for prisons has had with (a) trade unions, (b) boards of visitors and (c) prison managers about education and work opportunities in prisons.

Answer: Mr. Thomason: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what discussions the Minister responsible for prisons has had with (a) trade unions, (b) boards of visitors and (c) prison managers about education and work opportunities in prisons. [15304] Miss Widdecombe: I have met trade union representatives and representatives of boards of visitors on a number of occasions. I have also had opportunities to discuss a range of issues including education and work opportunities with them during the 119 visits I have so far made to prison establishments. I meet prison managers frequently. I have made clear my support for the director general's guidance to governors that work and education are important elements of the prison regime.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 15304; 290 c755-6W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Employment Education Prisoners Prisons Managers Staff Trade unions Prison visitors