HC Deb 24 July 1986 vol 102 c396W
Mr. Wareing

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what rules govern the provision of educational equipment to the inmates of Her Majesty's prisons.

Mr. Mellor

The learning needs of inmates are determined by the education officer at each establishment after interviews with the inmates and in consultation with the teaching staff. Subject to the requirements of security and control and the availability of resources, educational equipment is provided to meet these needs.