HC Deb 12 June 1980 vol 986 c263W
16. Mr. Cryer

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will state the arrangements now prevailing to ensure that home leave visits are carried out.

Mr. Alison

Sentenced prisoners in Northern Ireland may be granted home leave in a variety of circumstances. Special provision is made for prisoners in the latter stages of their sentences. In general the arrangements work smoothly and difficulties seldom arise.