§ Mr. T. Brownasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department for what purpose the newly built prison situated in Hindley and Abram is to be used; and how many prisoners are to be accommodated there.
§ Mr. Fletcher-CookeSince Hindley was opened last December it has been used as a Young Prisoners' Centre. On 26th June, 1962, it will become a borstal for inmates who require conditions of full security. Its reversion to prison use will be considered as further borstals now under construction become available. The establishment can accommodate 300 inmates.