– Scottish Parliament written question – answered at on 21 March 2011.
Question S3W-40457
To ask the Scottish Executive what its plans are to ensure that all prisoners undergo structured work, education and training or treatment throughout the normal working day.
I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:
There is currently a requirement for all convicted prisoners to work during the core day Monday to Friday. This also includes a range of purposeful activity opportunities for self development, including education and training. While most of these opportunities are accessed in the establishments some are available as part of a work or education placement within the community. Prisoners also currently participate in offending behaviour programmes, health centre or community agency appointments during the normal working day.
Yes2 people think so
No0 people think not
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