§ Mr. Beithasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what restrictions have been placed on the work programme and on prisoners' privileges at Her Majesty's Prison, Acklington, as a result of action by prison officers in dispute over reduced manning levels; whether any costs to public funds have arisen from the cessation of building work; and whether he will review the adequacy of the manning arrangements now proposed.
§ Mr. JohnWork on the building project has been interrupted, but it is too early to state whether any extra costs to public funds will arise. There has been some reduction in prisoners' visits and correspondence. The governor is continuing his discussions with staff to resolve the matters at issue.