§ Mr. Kilroy-Silkasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department under what circumstances relatives who visit prisoners under the assisted visits scheme are entitled to subsistence payments in addition to fares.
§ Mr. MellorWhen a relative is entitled to assistance with a visit to a prisoner, subsistence payments are made in the following circumstances. If the relative will be away from home for five hours or more, a payment may be made to cover the cost of meals at amounts specified by the Supplementary Benefit Requirement Regulations. If the return journey to the prison and back cannot be completed in one day, or if the relative is being assisted to make more than one visit and an overnight stay is required, payment may be made for bed and breakfast accommodation.