HC Deb 31 March 1987 vol 113 c441W
Mr. Cohen

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what information he has as to the practice of other European Community Governments in respect of the distribution to prisoners of condoms; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Mellor

We are aware of reports that in some European prison systems condoms are being made available to prisoners, but we have no systematic or verified information about policy or practice abroad. I have nothing to add to the reply to the hon. Member's earlier question on this subject on 12 February, at column 324.