HC Deb 15 June 1998 vol 314 c63W
28. Ann Clwyd

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he plans to take in respect of Parc prison, Bridgend. [44271]

Ms Quin

The performance of the contractor, Bridgend Custodial Services, is being monitored regularly by senior Prison Service officials and reports on progress conveyed to me. An action plan has been agreed to address areas of concern; and an experienced Governor has been seconded to Parc to support the recently appointed Director. Both the Director General and I have visited Parc on separate occasions. Deductions in respect of failures to meet performance measures are made from the invoices due to Bridgend Custodial Services in accordance with the contract.