HC Deb 18 December 1986 vol 107 c648W
60. Mr. Evennett

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on current contingency plans for dealing with protests which involve the taking of hostages in Her Majesty's prisons.

Mr. Mellor

Contingency plans for dealing with such incidents in prison establishments in England and Wales are currently being reviewed, taking account of the experience of recent incidents.