§ Dr. GodmanTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will take steps to amend the vocational guidance given to prisoners shortly before their release from Corntonvale prison; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonA comprehensive programme of training and guidance is given to prisoners before their release from Corntonvale. The programme is regularly reviewed as to its relevance and content. If the hon. Member wishes to raise a particular aspect, perhaps he would write to me.
§ Dr. GodmanTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list in theOfficial Report the educational and training programmes available to prisoners in Corntonvale prison; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonThe programme of education and training available to prisoners and young offenders at Corntonvale prison is as follows:
Education
- Certificated Courses:
- Higher and 'O' grades in:
- —Arithmetic
- —English
- —Modern Studies
- —Food and nutrition
- Non-Certificated Courses:
- Social Skills
- Art and Craft
- Cookery
- Current Affairs
- Office Studies
Methods:
Direct teaching, correspondence courses and practical guidance.
Training:
- City and Guilds and SCOTVEC (modular) courses are available in:
- Sewing and garment making
- Gardening
- Catering
- Courses are being planned in:
- Hairdressing
- Manicuring
- Beauticulture