HC Deb 12 July 1989 vol 156 cc527-8W
Mrs. Fyfe

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what percentage of(a) adult and (b) young offender women prisoners received accredited vocational training during 1987 and 1988.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

The question cannot be answered in precisely the terms stated. The position in relation to individuals receiving accredited vocational training during the past two years was:

1987

  • Nil

1988

  • Adults—Seven
  • Young offender women prisoners—Nil

Mrs. Fyfe

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland which of the vocational courses of the industrial training boards, currently available to(a) adult and (b) young offender male prisoners, are also available to the same categories of women prisoners.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

At present there is a catering accredited vocational training course available for women prisoners. Skill training is also provided in sewing, garment making, cookery and horticulture. A properly accredited course in hairdressing will be introduced later this year.

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