§ Mr. Barry FieldTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many prisoners were held under 771W rule 43 on the last date for which figures are available; and what change has there been in numbers since the introductions of fresh start.
§ Mr. Douglas HoggFresh start was implemented at most prison service establishments during the second half of 1987. On 30 June 1988 (the latest date for which figures are readily available) 2,011 adult male prisoners were segregated under prison rule 43 for their own protection. The number so segregated on 31 December 1987 was 1,814.