HC Deb 18 March 1971 vol 813 cc369-70W
43 and 44. Mrs. Fenner

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department (1) what investigation he has made into conditions at the borstal institution at Rochester; and if he will make a statement;

(2) whether he is aware of the concern expressed in the area regarding the conditions at the borstal institution at Rochester; and what action he will take to improve them.

Mr. Carlisle

A working party was appointed last year to examine problems of control and treatment at Rochester borstal. Its work has led to a significant improvement in the discipline and morale of the establishment. I am sending a copy of its report to my hon. Friend and will place a copy in the Library.