HC Deb 16 July 1991 vol 195 c117W
Mr. Sheerman

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what measures he is taking to ensure that all prisoners are able to exercise their entitlement to a fortnightly visit.

Mrs. Rumbold

This is being monitored by area managers—who have to seek my right hon. Friend's approval for any temporary reduction in the visiting allowance—as part of their line management responsibilities.

Mr. Sheerman

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will list those prisons which do not allow prisoners more than one visit a month.

Mrs. Rumbold

Convicted prisoners are normally able to receive at least two visits every four weeks, and sometimes more, at all establishments except Swansea.