§ Mr. Berminghamasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many category A female prisoners there were in each year from 1980 to date.
§ Mr. MellorThe table sets out the information requested.
Category A female prisoners in custody: at 30th June Number 1980 7 1981 6 1982 4 1983 3 1984 3 1985 3 1986 *1 * In addition there were 3 provisionally categorised A.
§ Mr. Berminghamasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received regarding the training, education and recreation of female prisoners.
§ Mr. MellorIn recent months various individuals and organisations have expressed views on the treatment of women prisoners, but my right hon. Friend has not received any representations directed specifically and solely to their training, education and recreation.