HL Deb 28 October 2004 vol 665 cc141-2WA
Lord Avebury

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What definition of "proselytising" is used by HM Prison Service. [HL4328]

Baroness Scotland of Asthal

A working interpretation of "proselytising" is included in the Prison Service performance standard on religion, and in the Prison Service order on religion. These provide that prisoners must not be visited by a Chaplain or Minister against their will and that unwanted persuasion of a prisoner to change religious affiliation must not take place.