Written question asked by Elfyn Llwyd (Plaid Cymru) on Monday, 27 November 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 November 2000. It was answered by Lord Boateng (Labour) on Thursday, 30 November 2000 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what action he is taking to provide prison employees with (a) racial and (b) sexual orientation awareness training; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Llwyd: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he is taking to provide prison employees with (a) racial and (b) sexual orientation awareness training; and if he will make a statement. [140931] Mr. Boateng: Prison Service employees have access to equal opportunities training for both staff and prisoner issues. Prison Service Orders have also been issued to assist staff. Equal Opportunities Officers who deal with staff issues and Race Relations Liaison Officers who deal specifically with prisoners are appointed and trained in each establishment. The role of Equal Opportunities Officer includes raising awareness in discrimination and harassment. In addition, race relations training is provided as part of the Prison Officer Induction Training course.

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