34. Mr. W. T. Williamsasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what inquiry he has made into the persistent violence in Wakefield Prison; what has been the result; and if he will make a statement.
§ Miss BaconSo far this year there have been two serious assaults by prisoners against officers in Wakefield Prison, and eight against other prisoners. One of these, which ended fatally, is the subject of current proceedings in the criminal courts; in one other case the prisoner has been transferred under the Mental Health Act; the remaining cases were investigated and dealt with by the Board of Visitors. Much as my right hon. Friend regrets these occurrences he does not consider that any special action on his part is called for at present.