Written question asked by Harry Cohen (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 May 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 May 2004. It was answered by Lord Blunkett (Labour) on Monday, 10 May 2004 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what action he proposes to take in respect of the arrangements for individuals suspected of having a terrorist connection or intent who may be deemed to be suffering from mental illness. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Harry Cohen: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he proposes to take in respect of the arrangements for individuals suspected of having a terrorist connection or intent who may be deemed to be suffering from mental illness. [171338] Mr. Blunkett: The prisons where those suspected of terrorist connections or intent are held have good medical facilities providing 24-hour cover. In addition, prisons have access to relevant hospitals, including secure hospitals, where referral is appropriate on medical grounds. Provisions therefore exist to deal with any mental or other health problems regardless of the reasons for detention. Where an individual is not detained in prison he will be treated within the national health system.

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