HC Deb 06 July 1978 vol 953 cc243-4W
41. Mr. Ron Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will recommend the setting up of a Royal Commission to examine the deterrent, reformative and other justifications and consequences for imposing prison sentences on women offenders, especially pregnant women and mothers with babies and young children.

Mr. John

No. I am satisfied that the courts take all relevant factors into consideration when passing sentences of imprisonment.