§ Mr. Harry GreenwayTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many student hours have been lost in recreation classes in the last three months in Her Majesty's prison, Wandsworth; and what percentage this is of the normal evening provision.
§ Mr. Douglas Hogg[holding answer 28 June 1989]: In the 12-week period ending 23 June 1989 a total of 3,350 student hours were lost: this represents 35 per cent. of the normal evening class provision at the establishment.
§ Mr. Harry GreenwayTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what was the number of books issued to prisoners in Her Majesty's prison, Wandsworth(a) in the three months before fresh start and (b) in the last three months.
§ Mr. Douglas Hogg[holding answer 28 June 1989]: In the 12-week period preceding the implementation of fresh start (5 June 1988) 17,797 books were issued to prisoners. In the 12-week period ending 23 June 1989 a total of 9,546 books were issued.
§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what recent discussions he has had with the governor of Wandsworth prison on staffing levels at the prison; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Douglas HoggStaffing levels are discussed in the normal course between governors and regional management. A round of discussions on staffing levels has taken place between the governor of Wandsworth and regional staff over the last two months, and management is considering the position.