HC Deb 17 December 1969 vol 793 cc363-4W
Miss Devlin

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many hours of exercise have been allowed to John Brankin, a remand prisoner in Leeds Gaol, on each day since he was first held in custody there.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

An hour on each of 42 days; half an hour on each of 21 days; and none on four days because of court appearances and visits.

Miss Devlin

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what medical reports he has received on the physical condition of remand prisoner John Brankin, whose health has recently deteriorated; and whether he will make a statement.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

My right hon. Friend received a medical report on 12th December that this prisoner's health is satisfactory and that it has not deteriorated while he has been in custody.

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