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Written question asked by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Friday, 17 May 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 June 2024. It was answered by Lord Bellamy (Conservative) on Friday, 24 May 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Prison Accommodation: USA

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what consideration they have given to purchasing prison space in US Federal or State prisons to house UK prisoners to free up prison space.

Answer

It has not proved possible to respond to this question in the time available before Prorogation. Ministers will correspond directly with the Member.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL4762
Session
2023-24
Subjects
USA Prison accommodation
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk