§ Mr. SheermanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what measures he is taking to ensure that all prisoners are able to exercise their entitlement to a fortnightly visit.
§ Mrs. RumboldThis is being monitored by area managers—who have to seek my right hon. Friend's approval for any temporary reduction in the visiting allowance—as part of their line management responsibilities.
§ Mr. SheermanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will list those prisons which do not allow prisoners more than one visit a month.
§ Mrs. RumboldConvicted prisoners are normally able to receive at least two visits every four weeks, and sometimes more, at all establishments except Swansea.