HC Deb 03 December 1979 vol 975 c8W
Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many borstals are now in the planning stage; when are these likely to be opened; for how many offenders in each case; and what will be the likely cost of this programme.

Mr. Brittan

The current prison building programme for England and Wales includes provision for two new young offender establishments, each for a population of 300; their precise use in the system has yet to be decided. They are expected to open in 1985 and 1986. The likely total cost is £23 million at current prices.