§ 13. Mr. Holtasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many prisoners are currently serving life sentences for murder; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MellorOn 30 November 1986, the latest date for which figures are readily available, 1,775 inmates were serving life sentences for murder in prison department establishments in England and Wales. This figure includes persons ordered to be detained during Her Majesty's pleasure or sentenced to youth custody for life.