§ Mr. Stallardasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many prisoners are currently being force-fed in United Kingdom prisons; how many
Year Number Offence Sentence 1970 … 1 Theft 12 months' imprisonment 1971 … 2 Burglary 5 years' imprisonment Robbery 5 years' imprisonment 1972 … 2 Burglary and obtaining by deception Borstal training Burglary Borstal training 1973 … 2 Theft and burglary 3 years' imprisonment Wounding with intent and carrying offensive weapon Borstal training 1974 … Nil — —
§ Mr. Stallardasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received about the transfer of Northern Ireland prisoners, currently being force-fed in United Kingdom prisons, to be transferred to Northern Ireland prisons to serve their sentences; and what replies he has sent.
§ Dr. SummerskillRepresentations have been received from a number of organisations and individuals. My right hon. Friend has replied that he is not prepared to grant their requests at present but that he is keeping the matter under review having regard to compassionate and security considerations.