HC Deb 22 November 1962 vol 667 cc152-3W
Mr. G. M. Thomson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many male prisoners, female prisoners and lunatics, respectively, were housed in the Aden prison at the most recent convenient date.

Mr. Sandys

On 19th November the following were in Aden prison:

Prisoners
Male 224
Female 3
227

Lunatics
Male 49
Female 9
58

Mr. G. M. Thomson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what progress is being made in providing a new prison in Aden.

Mr. Sandys

Certain siting difficulties have been overcome and it is now hoped to begin work very shortly.

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