HC Deb 30 March 1977 vol 929 c183W
Mr. Robin F. Cook

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what facilities exist in or at Scottish prisons for the children of visiting wives; and what arrangement are made for the supervision and care of such children by (a) the Prison Service, (b) the Social Work Department and (c) voluntary agencies.

Mr. Harry Ewing

There are few special facilities for children accompanying visitors to Scottish prisons. The majority of prisoners and visitors prefer the children to be present during a visit.

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